Classic Whole30 Beef Stew with Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

Hearty stew with tender beef and root vegetables simmered in savory broth, ready in one pot for Whole30 comfort food. This American-inspired slow-cooker recipe (gluten-free, dairy-free), ready in about 500 minutes, pairs beef chuck, olive oil, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs beef chuck
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 2 carrots
• 2 stalks celery
• 3 cloves garlic
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 potatoes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then sear 1.5 lbs beef chuck cubes for 3-4 minutes per side until browned; transfer to slow cooker.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 diced onion, 2 diced carrots, 2 diced celery stalks, and 3 minced garlic cloves, and sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables soften and become fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add the seared beef and vegetable mixture to the slow cooker, pour in 4 cups beef broth, add 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 2 diced potatoes.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours until beef is tender and potatoes are cooked through.