Slow-Cooker : Tuscan Pot Roast

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
52%
Slow-Cooker : Tuscan Pot Roast
30 min.
8
376kcal

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Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of our Slow-Cooker Tuscan Pot Roast, a dish that brings the essence of Italian cuisine right to your dinner table. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight meal, this recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with wholesome ingredients that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Imagine the aroma of tender, succulent beef slowly simmering with vibrant vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a splash of dry red wine. The combination of juicy carrots, crisp celery, and savory onions melds beautifully with the robust flavors of tomatoes and mushrooms, creating a hearty sauce that perfectly complements the pot roast. Each bite is a delightful experience, transporting you to the sun-kissed hills of Tuscany.

With just 30 minutes of prep time, you can set your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you go about your day. Whether served for lunch, dinner, or as the star of a festive gathering, this Tuscan Pot Roast is sure to impress. Plus, with a health score of 52 and a balanced caloric breakdown, you can enjoy this delicious meal without any guilt. Gather your loved ones, and let the flavors of Italy inspire your next culinary adventure!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 pound top round beef roast 
  • 28 ounce canned tomatoes whole chopped canned
  • cups carrots thinly sliced
  • cups celery stalks thinly sliced
  • cup wine dry red
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoon kosher salt 
  • 0.5 ounce mushrooms dried (such as portobello)
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • large onion quartered
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • ounce canned tomatoes canned

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the roast on all sides.
  2. Transfer the roast to a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. To the fat remaining in the skillet, add the onions, celery, carrots, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add the tomato paste and stir to coat the vegetables; transfer to the cooker.
  4. Pour the wine into the skillet and scrape up any browned bits; add the contents of the skillet to the cooker, along with the mushrooms, salt, oregano, and tomatoes (plus 1 cup of their liquid). Cook 8 hours on low heat, or 4 hours on high heat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories376kcal
Protein38.69%
Fat41.72%
Carbs19.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.1
Glycemic Load
4.49
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
29.523913031849%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
1mg
Delphinidin
1.25mg
Malvidin
7.87mg
Peonidin
0.56mg
Catechin
2.31mg
Epicatechin
3.2mg
Apigenin
0.73mg
Luteolin
0.33mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.38mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
7.97mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:375.85kcal
18.79%
Fat:16.55g
25.46%
Saturated Fat:3.74g
23.38%
Carbohydrates:17.48g
5.83%
Net Carbohydrates:13.11g
4.77%
Sugar:8.8g
9.78%
Cholesterol:87.88mg
29.29%
Sodium:1154.78mg
50.21%
Alcohol:3.15g
100%
Alcohol %:0.99%
100%
Protein:34.53g
69.05%
Vitamin A:5723.44IU
114.47%
Vitamin B6:1.23mg
61.63%
Selenium:40.65µg
58.07%
Vitamin B3:11.57mg
57.86%
Vitamin B12:2.62µg
43.72%
Zinc:6.43mg
42.84%
Phosphorus:375.06mg
37.51%
Potassium:1072.75mg
30.65%
Iron:4.89mg
27.16%
Vitamin K:26.85µg
25.57%
Vitamin E:3.56mg
23.74%
Vitamin C:16.92mg
20.51%
Copper:0.41mg
20.43%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.13%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.74%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18%
Fiber:4.37g
17.5%
Magnesium:69.62mg
17.41%
Folate:57.31µg
14.33%
Vitamin B5:1.18mg
11.84%
Calcium:103.89mg
10.39%
Source:My Recipes