Low Sodium Savory Stewed Ground Beef

Low Sodium Savory Stewed Ground Beef is the ultimate comfort food with a heart-healthy twist! This savory dish features tender ground beef simmered with a medley of aromatic vegetables, including onion, garlic, carrots, and celery, in a rich, flavorful base of low sodium beef broth and tomato paste. Infused with the earthy notes of dried thyme, oregano, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, this recipe delivers a robust flavor while keeping the sodium levels in check. The addition of sweet peas and a bay leaf rounds out the dish, making it a wholesome, nutrient-packed meal that’s perfect served over rice, pasta, or creamy mashed potatoes. Ready in under an hour, this easy and satisfying one-pot dinner is ideal for busy weeknights or whenever you crave a hearty, guilt-free classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 2 cups low sodium beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onions are translucent and the vegetables have softened.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is browned all over. This should take about 7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, mixing it with the beef and vegetables. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to let the tomato paste caramelize slightly.

Step 5

Pour the low sodium beef broth into the pot and add the worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried oregano, freshly ground black pepper, and bay leaf.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it stew for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the peas are heated through.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 9

Serve the stewed ground beef hot over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2005.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1711.3

Total Fat 112.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 281.0mg	0%
Sodium 1503.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.4g	0%
Total Sugars 40.5g
Protein 90.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 470.8mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 4537.5mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 21.0%