Lemon Herb Beef Pot Roast

Prep: 15 min Cook: 160 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: American

Tender beef pot roast infused with lemon and herbs, complemented by sweet carrots and potatoes, perfect for comforting family dinners or gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 3 to 3 1/2 lb. boneless beef chuck pot roast
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 tsp. lemon pepper
  • 1 tsp. dried basil
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2 tsp. water
  • 1/2 tsp. dried basil
  • 2 c. baby carrots, peeled

Instructions

  1. Combine crushed garlic, lemon pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried basil; press evenly into the surface of the beef.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until hot.
  3. Brown the beef evenly on all sides.
  4. Pour off the drippings from the Dutch oven.
  5. Add 1 cup water to the Dutch oven.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  7. Cover tightly and simmer for 2 hours.
  8. Add peeled baby carrots and halved red potatoes; cover and continue cooking for 40 to 45 minutes or until beef and vegetables are tender.
  9. Remove beef and vegetables from the Dutch oven.
  10. Skim fat from the cooking liquid.
  11. Stir in the dissolved cornstarch mixture and 1/2 teaspoon dried basil.
  12. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring, until thickened.
  13. Serve the beef with vegetables and gravy.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

607 kcal 30% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 17.2g 34% DV
Total Fat 37.9g 49% DV
Carbs 49.6g 18% DV
Fiber 3g 11% DV
Sugar 3.8g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 556.5mg 24% DV
Potassium 384.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 41mg 14% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 242mcg 27% DV
Vitamin C 8.8mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 73.8mg 6% DV
Iron 3.1mg 17% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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