Low Sodium Hearty Potato and Meat Stew

Warm your soul with this Low Sodium Hearty Potato and Meat Stew, a wholesome and flavorful take on the classic comfort food. This recipe combines tender chunks of seared beef chuck, hearty potatoes, sweet carrots, and aromatic celery in a rich, unsalted beef broth infused with fresh thyme, rosemary, and a hint of black pepper. The use of low sodium tomato paste ensures depth of flavor without the excess salt, making it perfect for those seeking a heart-healthy option without sacrificing taste. Slow-simmered for two hours, this stew achieves melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and robust flavor in every bite. Ideal for cozy family dinners or meal prepping, serve it steaming hot with a garnish of fresh herbs for an irresistible finishing touch. Simple, nourishing, and satisfying—this stew is a go-to recipe for comfort made healthy.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds beef chuck, trimmed and cubed
• 3 pieces large potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 pieces celery stalks, sliced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups unsalted beef broth
• 3 tablespoons low sodium tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef cubes and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

Remove beef from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add the onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the celery, carrots, and potatoes to the pot, stirring frequently, for about 4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it coats the vegetables evenly.

Step 5

Return the beef to the pot. Pour in the unsalted beef broth and water, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Add fresh thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, and black pepper. Bring the stew to a simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it cook for about 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste with freshly ground pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs of choice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3247.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2978.1

Total Fat 167.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 510.3mg	0%
Sodium 960.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.3g	0%
Total Sugars 32.6g
Protein 172.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 327.0mg	0%
Iron 25.5mg	0%
Potassium 6886.7mg	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: 48.6%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 29.2%