Vegetable Beef and Rice Potluck

Hearty, flavorful, and perfect for feeding a crowd, this Vegetable Beef and Rice Potluck recipe is the ultimate one-pot wonder. Tender beef stew meat is seared to perfection and simmered with a medley of fresh vegetables—carrots, celery, zucchini, and onions—for layers of comforting flavor. Long-grain rice absorbs the rich beef broth infused with aromatic thyme, paprika, and a hint of garlic, creating a satisfying dish that’s bursting with wholesome goodness. Finished with vibrant frozen peas and optional fresh parsley for a touch of elegance, this recipe is easy to prepare and ideal for gatherings or weeknight dinners. Ready in just over an hour, this crowd-pleasing meal is a must-try for fans of hearty comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 medium celery stalks, sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Season the beef stew meat with salt and black pepper. Add the beef to the pot and sear until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the beef to a plate and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the carrots and celery, cooking for an additional 3 minutes to soften the vegetables slightly.

Step 5

Add the diced zucchini and continue cooking for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Return the seared beef to the pot, then stir in the diced tomatoes (including the juice).

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 8

Stir in the rice, dried thyme, paprika, and the bay leaf. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.

Step 9

Stir in the frozen peas and allow the dish to heat for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and taste for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper as needed.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2819.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2215.6

Total Fat 124.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 6403.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 37.6g
Protein 124.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 380.3mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 4373.5mg	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: 49.5%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 28.6%