Keto Herb-Roasted Beef & Vegetable Stew
Hearty, low-carb stew with tender beef and vibrant roasted vegetables, simmered to deep flavor in your slow cooker. This american-inspired slow cooker (keto) ready in about 495 minutes pairs Beef chuck roast, Olive oil, Diced carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 lb Beef chuck roast
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cups Diced carrots
- 1 cup Diced celery
- 1 cup Diced zucchini
- 1 medium Diced onion
- 4 cloves Minced garlic
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tsp Dried rosemary
- 1 tsp Dried thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper, then sear for 4-5 minutes per side until deeply browned and caramelized.
- Step 2: Transfer seared beef to slow cooker, add diced carrots, celery, zucchini, onion, and minced garlic; stir to combine.
- Step 3: Stir in beef broth, tomato paste, rosemary, and thyme; ensure all ingredients are submerged.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until beef is fork-tender and vegetables are tender but not mushy, stirring once after 4 hours.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Keto Herb-Roasted Beef & Vegetable Stew take to make?
Total time is about 495 minutes (15 min prep + 480 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Keto Herb-Roasted Beef & Vegetable Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef chuck roast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Keto Herb-Roasted Beef & Vegetable Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Keto Herb-Roasted Beef & Vegetable Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Keto Herb-Roasted Beef & Vegetable Stew keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 480-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
