Low Sodium Hearty Beef Stew with Vegetables

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of this Low Sodium Hearty Beef Stew with Vegetables, a soul-warming dish perfect for any season. This stew combines tender chunks of beef chuck roast, sautéed with aromatic garlic and onions, and simmered to perfection in a savory base of no-salt-added diced tomatoes and low-sodium beef broth. Hearty vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and celery soak up the robust flavors of dried thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper, creating a meal that's as nutritious as it is satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and slow-cooked to tender perfection over three hours, this low-sodium recipe ensures you can enjoy all the classic comforts of a traditional beef stew with a heart-healthier twist. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a wholesome dinner the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 3 medium carrots
• 3 stalks celery stalks
• 4 medium potatoes
• 1 15-ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
• 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut it into bite-sized cubes.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the beef cubes to the pot in batches, browning them on all sides. Remove each batch and set aside.

Step 4

Chop the onion and garlic. Slice the carrots and celery, and dice the potatoes into chunks.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent.

Step 6

Return the browned beef to the pot. Stir in the carrots, celery, and potatoes.

Step 7

Add the no-salt-added diced tomatoes and low-sodium beef broth to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the bay leaves, dried thyme, and black pepper.

Step 9

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid.

Step 10

Simmer the stew for 2.5 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender.

Step 11

Discard the bay leaves before serving.

Step 12

Garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3607.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3597.7

Total Fat 214.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 1465.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 233.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.3g	0%
Total Sugars 39.8g
Protein 200.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 511.6mg	0%
Iron 37.4mg	0%
Potassium 9131.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.7%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 25.5%