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Healthy Hearty Beef Stew

Lesley Daniels
This reworked beef stew recipe is rich in veggies and protein, and sure to leave the family satisfied.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Entree & Main Dishes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 412 kcal

Ingredients
  

Healthy Hearty Beef Stew

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 1/2 pounds chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 large carrots sliced
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 2 russet potatoes chopped
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

Broiled Veggies

  • 1 head cauliflower sliced
  • 2 large tomatoes chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions
 

Healthy Hearty Beef Stew

  • In a large stockpot or dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add in the chuck roast and brown the meat on all sides.
  • Once browned, turn the heat to low and add in the 2½ cups water, Worcestershire, garlic, bay leaves, onion, salt, pepper, paprika, carrots, mushrooms and potatoes.
  • Cover and simmer for about 45 minutes (to thicken, remove 1 cup of liquid.).
  • Combine ¼ cup water and cornstarch in a small mixing bowl until smooth.
  • Add to pot, stir and cook until bubbly.
  • Remove bay leaves before serving.

Broiled Veggies

  • Place under preheated broiler 5 inches from heat; broil 10 minutes, or until golden and tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 412kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 31gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 351mgPotassium: 1233mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5395IUVitamin C: 48mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 4mg
Keyword beef, beef recipes, healthy dinner, healthy lunch, healthy recipe
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