Slow-Cooker Mexican Beef Stew

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
65%
Slow-Cooker Mexican Beef Stew
575 min.
6
377kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your dinner routine with a hearty and flavorful dish? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Mexican Beef Stew! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines tender beef stew meat with the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine, all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. With a health score of 65, this stew is not only delicious but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the enticing aroma of a warm, comforting stew waiting for you. The combination of juicy beef, zesty tomatoes, and wholesome vegetables creates a satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Plus, with just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a dish that’s both nutritious and filling, clocking in at only 377 calories per serving.

This stew is versatile enough to be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a main course at any gathering. Whether you serve it with a side of rice, tortillas, or simply on its own, it’s sure to impress. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to enjoy a delicious, healthy meal that brings the flavors of Mexico right to your table!

Ingredients

  • lb stew meat 
  • 28 oz canned tomatoes diced organic undrained canned
  • cup onion whole frozen (from 1-lb bag)
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • oz taco seasoning 
  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • 11 oz corn whole with red and green peppers, drained canned

Equipment

  • whisk
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix beef, tomatoes, frozen onions and chili powder.
  2. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 9 to 11 hours.
  3. With whisk, stir in taco seasoning mix. Stir in black beans and corn. Increase heat setting to High; cover and cook 15 to 30 minutes longer or until thickened. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer’s directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories377kcal
Protein43.7%
Fat21.07%
Carbs35.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.83
Glycemic Load
3.26
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
29.39000021893%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:377.46kcal
18.87%
Fat:8.89g
13.68%
Saturated Fat:2.81g
17.55%
Carbohydrates:33.46g
11.15%
Net Carbohydrates:24.6g
8.95%
Sugar:7.86g
8.74%
Cholesterol:93.74mg
31.25%
Sodium:1003.92mg
43.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:41.51g
83.02%
Vitamin B3:12.75mg
63.74%
Vitamin B6:1.26mg
63.19%
Selenium:43.8µg
62.57%
Zinc:7.23mg
48.23%
Phosphorus:474mg
47.4%
Vitamin B12:2.8µg
46.62%
Iron:6.73mg
37.38%
Fiber:8.86g
35.45%
Potassium:1227.23mg
35.06%
Copper:0.56mg
27.81%
Folate:100.32µg
25.08%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.88%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.35%
Magnesium:96.43mg
24.11%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
24%
Vitamin C:19.07mg
23.12%
Vitamin A:829.89IU
16.6%
Vitamin E:2.24mg
14.93%
Vitamin B5:1.19mg
11.93%
Calcium:106.79mg
10.68%
Vitamin K:9.29µg
8.84%