Beef Stew



Ingredients

  • 1 3⁄4 lb. beef stew meat
  • 3 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 medium garnet yams
  • 4 cups celery
  • 2 cups carrots
  • 1⁄4 cup chimichurri seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  

Nutrition

  • Amount: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Fat (g): 4.5
  • Sat. Fat (g): 2
  • Carb (g): 12
  • Fiber (g): 2
  • Protein (g): 23
  • Dairy free, Gluten free

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Directions

  • Coarsely chop yams, celery, carrots.
  • Add chopped vegetables, minced garlic and meat to large crock-pot and mix.
  • Add chickpeas, tomatoes, coconut milk, and diced sweet potatoes.
  • Add chimichurri seasoning and salt and mix again.
  • Set crockpot to cook for 8 hours on low.
  • Stir at the 4-hour mark.

 

Cooking Tip

Enjoy this recipe with couscous, rice or quinoa for an extra carbohydrate boost, especially after a hard training day. This recipe works well with beef sirloin, tenderloin or round.

 

Performance Fact

Beta-carotene is an antioxidant that strengthens the immune system and protects the body from free radical damage. The body requires adequate levels of beta-carotene to combat the oxidative stress that occurs during intense training. Aim to consume at least 5 servings per day of yellow, orange and green leafy fruits and vegetables.