Weight Watchers Hamburger Stew

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This Weight Watchers Hamburger Stew is the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist. In addition to being substantial, satisfying, and flavorful, it keeps the Weight Watchers points. This stew is packed with fresh vegetables, lean ground beef, and flavorful seasonings that will keep you warm from the inside out. The Weight Watchers Hamburger Stew provides all of the satisfaction of a traditional beef stew without the guilt, making it ideal for busy weeknights or meal planning for the coming week.

STATS:

  • Diet: WW-Friendly, low in calories
  • Cuisine: American comfort food
  • Serving: Six servings
  • Course: Dinner or main
  • Prep done in fifteen minutes
  • Cook Time: Thirty-five minutes
  • The entire time will be fifty (50) minutes
  • Size/portion: 1 bowl(approx 1.5 cups)
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Mode of cooking: Stovetop

TOOLS

  • Chef’s knife
  • Dutch oven or a big skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board

INGREDIENTS

  • A can of tomatoes, 410 grams
  • 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
  • A pound of beef, 450 grams
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • Parsley, one tsp.
  • 1 onion
  • Salt, one-fourth tsp.
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • Thyme, one tsp.
  • 3 carrots
  • Peas, one cup
  • 2 celery stalks
  • Beef broth, two cups
  • 1 potato

INGREDIENT NOTES

ONION

  • A medium-sized diced onion will add depth and natural sweetness. You may use either white or yellow onion, whichever is available.

TOMATOES

  • A can of diced tomatoes without salt will make you a healthier stew. Use the can of tomato sauce without sugar if you prefer a more silky texture.

BEEF

  • The recipe will be perfect when you use ninety-three percent of lean ground beef. Use ground turkey or chicken instead for fewer points.

BROTH

  • Use of low-sodium or salt-free beef broth will allow you to control the salt levels. Vegetable broth will work as a lighter option with fewer points.

GARLIC

  • Use the fresh minced garlic for an enhanced savory profile. If not available, the garlic powder is a simpler alternative.

PEAS

  • The addition of fresh or frozen peas will add color and brightness. If necessary, canned varieties can also be used.

CELERY

  • This adds volume and crunch to the stew. If you want, you may simply drop it.

POTATO

  • A medium-sized diced potato will make the dish filling. Replace them with cauliflower florets for a drastic drop in calories as well as points.

CARROTS

  • Use it in moderation, as it has too many carbs, but adds sweetness and texture. Replace it with parsnips for a little change in flavor.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Put the Dutch oven or a big skillet on a medium flame.
  2. Add the beef and break it using a spatula or a spoon till the color changes.
  3. Cook the beef till it browns completely.
  4. Then, add onion and garlic to the beef.
  5. Cook them till the onion is soft and the garlic is fragrant.
  6. Then, add the carrots, potato, and celery and mix well.
  7. Stir occasionally while cooking for a further five minutes.
  8. Then, add beef broth and diced tomatoes.
  9. Mix well after adding all the seasonings and herbs.
  10. Lower the flame when it comes to a boil.
  11. Place the lid and cook for 20-25 minutes so that the vegetables get tender and release their flavor well.
  12. Mix the frozen peas in the last five minutes of cooking.
  13. After the peas and soup are properly combined and heated, check the seasonings and adjust them if needed.
  14. Dish them out in serving bowls and garnish with parsley.
  15. Your Weight Watchers Hamburger Stew is ready for serving.

TIPS

  • It is necessary to cook the stew on a low flame so that all the flavors properly come out and meld.
  • Use your choice of seasonal but low-carb vegetables for variation.
  • Properly brown the meat to have an amazing taste.
  • If you love the thick consistency, mash some potato chunks and mix.

STORAGE DIRECTIONS

FRIDGE

  • Save the remainder of the stew in a tightly locked container and keep it chilled in the fridge for about 4-5 days.

FREEZER

  • Pack it in a freezer-friendly container and freeze for 90-100 days. Defrost in the fridge on previous day.

REHEATING

  • Warm the defrosted or refrigerated stew on the stove over medium flame and then lower the flame after seven minutes.

FAQs

How can I make the stew spicier?

  • Use a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes to make the stew spicier.

Will the addition of different vegetables work?

  • Yes, zucchini, green beans, or bell peppers will change the taste, making it more nutritious with fewer points.

Will this stew be prepared in a slow cooker?

  • Once you have browned the meat, add all the ingredients and the browned meat to the slow cooker.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS/SERVING

Size/serve: One bowl(approx. One and a half)
The quantity of calories: ~210 kcal
Carbs(total): 18 g
Fiber: Four grams
Net carbs: 05 grams
Fat content: Fourteen grams
Sugar: 05 g
Proteins: Twenty grams
Sodium: 450 mg

This recipe contains 5 total WW points per bowl of this hamburger stew