Zesty Slow Cooker Italian Pot Roast

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13

A hearty and flavorful slow cooker Italian pot roast recipe

by The Chefin Beef

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

8 hours and 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

394

Sugar

Fat

22g

The delicious aroma of a beef pot roast slowly cooking in the kitchen is sure to whet the appetite of anyone nearby. The Zesty Slow Cooker Italian Pot Roast is a hearty and flavorful take on a classic pot roast recipe that infuses Italian-inspired flavors. The tender beef roast is cooked to perfection in a slow cooker along with baby carrots, sliced celery, and quartered potatoes for a well-rounded meal in one dish. The dish is not only flavorful, but it also packs a nutritional punch with its mix of vegetables and beef.

Instructions

1.	Place potatoes, carrots, and celery at the bottom of a slow cooker.
2.	Season beef roast with pepper and place it on top of vegetables.
3.	In a separate bowl, mix together tomato soup and water and pour over beef roast.
4.	Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and fully cooked.

PROS

This recipe requires minimal prep time and is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

The flavors of the tomato soup and herbs perfectly complement the beef roast and vegetables.

Slow cooking ensures a tender and juicy result.

CONS

Although the recipe itself is healthy, the cut of beef used in this recipe is not the leanest.

It may take some time to cook the dish in a slow cooker, so plan accordingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is an excellent source of protein and vitamin C.
The beef is also rich in iron and zinc, which can help boost the immune system and promote muscle health.
Carrots, potatoes and celery are great sources of fiber, potassium, and vitamin A.

	4 medium potatoes , quartered
	2 cups fresh baby carrots
	1 stalk celery , sliced
	2 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
	1/2 tablespoon pepper
	1 can condensed tomato soup with roasted garlic and herbs
	1/2 cup water