Healthy Pot Roast
Description
Warm, cozy, and packed with 40g of protein, this healthy pot roast recipe is the perfect comfort meal! Made with tender, slow-cooked chuck roast, hearty vegetables, and rich gravy, it's a wholesome dinner option that will satisfy the whole family. Pair it with my Protein Garlic Knots for an unforgettable meal!
487 calories | 40g Protein | 32g Carbs | 22g Fat |
Serving Size: 376g/ 13.2oz. The recipe makes 8 servings.
MyFitnessPal: Healthy Pot Roast EHK
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the 4-pound bone-in beef chuck roast with all of the kosher salt and ground black pepper, ensuring even coverage on all sides. In a large 8-9qt Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, sear the roast on medium-high heat until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
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In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, and sliced mushrooms. Sauté over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing it to darken slightly.
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Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables, stirring constantly to cook out the raw flour taste for about 1 minute. Gradually add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and balsamic vinegar, stirring to deglaze the pot. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens slightly.
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Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot, then return the beef to the center.
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Create a bouquet garni by bundling the rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves with kitchen twine or wrapping them in cheesecloth. Place the bouquet garni into the pot with the roast.
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Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Cook for 3 hours, checking for tenderness. If the beef doesn’t easily shred with a fork, cook for an additional 30 minutes.
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Once the roast is done, carefully skim any excess fat from the surface of the gravy. Allow the pot roast to cool enough to handle, then remove the bone and trim away any fat. Taste for seasoning. Add salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, with the vegetables and rich gravy.
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Pair with my Protein Garlic Knots for a delicious and hearty meal!
Protein Garlic Knots Two Ingredient Dough
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 487kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22g34%
- Saturated Fat 9g45%
- Cholesterol 118mg40%
- Sodium 943mg40%
- Potassium 824mg24%
- Total Carbohydrate 32g11%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 7g
- Protein 40g80%
- Vitamin A 3 IU
- Vitamin C 10 mg
- Calcium 8 mg
- Iron 27 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
* For this pot roast recipe, the nutrition information is calculated based on the cooked weight of the chuck roast, with the bone and fat removed. This method provides the most accurate representation of the meat you'll be consuming, ensuring you get a precise breakdown of calories, protein, and fat. The 4 lb bone-in chuck roast yields approximately 2.5 lbs of lean, cooked meat.
487 calories | 40g Protein | 32g Carbs | 22g Fat |
Serving Size: 376g/ 13.2oz. The recipe makes 8 servings.
MyFitnessPal: Healthy Pot Roast EHK
*All nutrition information provided is an estimate. While all efforts have been made to be accurate, variations can occur due to ingredient sourcing and preparation methods.
