Mediterranean Brisket

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Mediterranean Brisket
365 min.
6
551kcal

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Introducing a delightful twist on a classic dish, our Mediterranean Brisket is the epitome of comfort food with a vibrant Mediterranean flair. This mouthwatering recipe is perfect for those seeking a hearty main course that’s both satisfying and nourishing. Made with tender brisket and enriched with the robust flavors of sun-drenched tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and briny olives, this dish transports your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean coast.

What makes this brisket truly special is its versatility. While traditionally known as a meat dish, our Mediterranean Brisket is crafted with a variety of ingredients that are vegetarian-friendly, vegan, and dairy-free, allowing everyone at the table to indulge in its rich, savory goodness. The combination of red wine and dried rosemary creates a depth of flavor that complements the tender, slow-cooked brisket, ensuring each bite is packed with wholesome goodness.

Prepare this recipe in your slow cooker, allowing the ingredients to meld together as they cook low and slow. In just about 6 hours, you’ll have a delectable meal that can serve as a centerpiece for family gatherings or a cozy dinner with friends. Pair it with your favorite sides or serve it over grains for a complete meal that delivers both flavor and nourishment. Dive into this culinary journey and savor the exotic taste of Mediterranean cuisine right at home!

Ingredients

  • 14.5 oz canned tomatoes diced with juice canned
  • 0.5 teaspoon rosemary dried
  • 0.5 cup cooking wine dry red
  • 2.5 lb flat-cut brisket fat trimmed
  • tablespoon parsley fresh finely chopped
  • cloves garlic chopped
  • 0.3 cup kalamata black pitted chopped
  • servings salt and pepper 

Equipment

  • aluminum foil
  • slow cooker
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Place tomatoes, wine, garlic, olives and rosemary in slow cooker and stir to combine.
  2. Sprinkle meat with 1 1/2 tsp. salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Place brisket on top of tomato mixture and spoon half of tomato mixture over meat to cover. Cover slow cooker and cook on high until meat is fork-tender, 5 to 6 hours.
  4. Carefully transfer brisket to a cutting board, tent with foil and let stand for 10 minutes. Skim excess fat from sauce and season with salt and pepper. Slice brisket against grain and transfer to a serving platter. Spoon some sauce over meat and sprinkle with parsley.
  5. Serve brisket with remaining sauce on side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories551kcal
Protein13.22%
Fat5.85%
Carbs80.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.17
Glycemic Load
98.32
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.783043493395%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
0.66mg
Delphinidin
0.84mg
Malvidin
5.25mg
Peonidin
0.37mg
Catechin
1.54mg
Epicatechin
2.13mg
Apigenin
1.44mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:551.21kcal
27.56%
Fat:3.43g
5.28%
Saturated Fat:0.47g
2.94%
Carbohydrates:106.95g
35.65%
Net Carbohydrates:102.47g
37.26%
Sugar:0.07g
0.08%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1324.62mg
57.59%
Alcohol:2.1g
100%
Alcohol %:0.92%
100%
Protein:17.47g
34.94%
Manganese:0.95mg
47.63%
Vitamin B1:0.51mg
34.12%
Vitamin B3:4.09mg
20.46%
Phosphorus:187.84mg
18.78%
Fiber:4.48g
17.93%
Calcium:172.11mg
17.21%
Copper:0.34mg
16.76%
Iron:2.77mg
15.39%
Magnesium:50.95mg
12.74%
Folate:46.7µg
11.67%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.02%
Zinc:1.63mg
10.85%
Vitamin K:11.08µg
10.55%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.7%
Potassium:243.78mg
6.97%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.92%
Vitamin C:1.67mg
2.03%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.95%
Vitamin A:86.12IU
1.72%
Source:My Recipes