Best 6 Mediterranean Pot Roast Dinner Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with our tantalizing Mediterranean Pot Roast Dinner. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors, where tender beef pot roast, slow-cooked to perfection, takes center stage. Marinated in a vibrant blend of aromatic herbs, zesty lemon, and rich red wine, the beef exudes a mouthwatering savoriness that will tantalize your taste buds. Accompanying the pot roast is a medley of Mediterranean-inspired sides that elevate the dining experience to new heights. Roasted vegetables, imbued with the essence of garlic, thyme, and rosemary, offer a delightful symphony of textures and flavors. Creamy polenta, a luscious and velvety delight, provides a smooth and comforting foundation for the robust flavors of the pot roast. And to top it all off, a refreshing and tangy arugula salad, tossed with a zesty vinaigrette dressing, adds a burst of freshness and vibrancy to the meal. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport your senses to the heart of the Mediterranean, where every bite is a celebration of taste and tradition.

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SLOW-COOKER MEDITERRANEAN POT ROAST



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Garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and Kalamata olives pack lots of flavor into this Mediterranean dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 6h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 lb)
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 large garlic clove, finely chopped
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
1/2 cup sliced pitted Kalamata or ripe olives
1/2 cup Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/2 cup frozen pearl onions (from 1-lb bag)

Steps:

  • Spray 12-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Cook beef in skillet about 5 minutes, turning once, until brown. Sprinkle with salt, Italian seasoning and garlic; remove from skillet.
  • Place beef, seasoned side up, in 4-to 5-quart slow cooker. Spread tomatoes and olives over roast. Add broth and onions.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 5 to 6 hours or until beef is tender.
  • Remove beef from slow cooker; cover and let stand 15 minutes. Slice beef; serve with beef juice and onions from slow cooker. 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 : Calories 335, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 530 mg

MEDITERRANEAN POT ROAST DINNER



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I first made this recipe one cold winter day. My family (adults, kids and dogs) were having a blast sledding and playing in the snow all day, and when we came inside supper was ready! This pot roast is perfect served with mashed potatoes, rice or dinner rolls. -Holly Battiste, Barrington, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 pounds potatoes (about 6 medium), peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
5 medium carrots (about 3/4 pound), cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 large fresh mushrooms, quartered
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sliced Greek olives
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley, divided
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and carrots in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle flour over all surfaces of roast. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown roast on all sides. Place over vegetables., Add mushrooms, celery, onion, olives and 1/4 cup parsley to slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; pour over top., Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender. Remove beef. Stir remaining parsley into vegetables. Serve beef with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 538mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKER MEDITERRANEAN POT ROAST



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Mediterranean Pot Roast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shirl J 831

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 6h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
1 large garlic clove, fine chopped
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained and chopped
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup frozen pearl onions

Steps:

  • Spray 12 inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium - high heat.
  • Cook beef in skillet about 5 minutes, turn once till brown.
  • Sprinkle with salt, Italian seasoning and garlic; remove from skillet.
  • Place beef, seasoned side up in 4-5 quart slow cooker.
  • Spread tomatoes and olives over roast.
  • Add broth and onions.
  • Cover and cook on low 5-6 hours till beef is tender.
  • Remove beef from slow cooker; cover and let stand 15 minutes.
  • Slice beef; serve with beef juice and onions from slow cooker.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.7, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 117.4, Sodium 512.4, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.5, Protein 31.7

MEDITERRANEAN POT ROAST



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I made this recipe when I went to one of those "make 12 dinners at a time to put in your freezer" places and it was an immediate hit with us. I didn't get the measurements, but this should be a close approximation.

Provided by DeniseBC

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 6h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 -4 lbs boneless beef roast
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup beef broth
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted
1/2 cup frozen pearl onions

Steps:

  • Place beef roast into CrockPot.
  • Combine all other ingredients and pour over roast.
  • Cook on low for 5-6 hours or until tender.
  • Alternatively, you can combine all ingredients into a freezer bag and freeze until ready to use. Put frozen ingredients into CrockPot and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.3, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 136.1, Sodium 747.8, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.1, Protein 48.9

MEDITERRANEAN POT ROAST



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Make and share this Mediterranean Pot Roast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 3h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or white salt)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 (4 lb) chuck roast
4 -6 tablespoons olive oil
2 large onions, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1 -2 teaspoon dryed chili flakes (optional or to taste)
2 -3 teaspoons dried thyme
2 (16 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 cups dry red wine (can use more than 2 cups)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 bay leaves
salt and pepper
2 lbs small red potatoes
2 medium red bell peppers, cut into strips
1 large zucchini, chopped into about 1-inch pieces
3/4 lb button mushroom
chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix the flour with seasoning salt and pepper, then lightly coat the roast in the flour (reserve any remaining flour).
  • In a Dutch oven heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add in the roast and brown on all sides (this should take about 15 minutes).
  • Remove the roast to a plate and add in onions, garlic, chili flakes (if using) and thyme; saute until the onions begin to brown (about 5 minutes).
  • Add in the reserved flour mixture and stir until the fat absorbs the flour.
  • Add in crushed tomatoes, red wine, Worcestershire sauce and bay leaf; bring to a boil, then cover with a tight-fitting lid.
  • Season sauce with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce the heat to low or medium low and simmer for about 2 hours (turning the roast occasionally, if you are simmering on low heat then you might have to cook the roast longer).
  • When the roast has cooked for the 2 hours, add in potatoes, bell peppers, and whole mushrooms.
  • Cover and simmer for another 30-35 minutes.
  • Add in zucchini and cook the last 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1153.3, Fat 69.2, SaturatedFat 25.4, Cholesterol 208.7, Sodium 558.5, Carbohydrate 55.1, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 13.3, Protein 64

SLOW COOKER MEDITERRANEAN BEEF WITH ARTICHOKES



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A nice warm dish served over pasta.

Provided by JennaBee

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 7h28m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
2 pounds stewing beef
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and halved
1 onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, chopped or more to taste
1 (32 fluid ounce) container beef broth
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
½ cup pitted and roughly chopped Kalamata olives
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook beef in the hot oil until browned, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Transfer beef to a slow cooker. Cover with artichoke hearts, onion, and garlic. Pour in beef broth, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes. Stir in olives, oregano, parsley, basil, cumin, bay leaf.
  • Cook on Low until beef is tender, about 7 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 83.5 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 29.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 1452.8 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef. Chuck roast or rump roast are good options for pot roast.
  • Brown the beef before cooking. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the meat from drying out.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. Potatoes, carrots, onions, and celery are classic pot roast vegetables, but you can also use other vegetables, such as parsnips, turnips, or rutabagas.
  • Add some herbs and spices. Garlic, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves are all good choices for pot roast.
  • Cook the pot roast on low heat for a long time. This will help to tenderize the meat and develop the flavor.
  • Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Conclusion:

Mediterranean Pot Roast Dinner is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The beef is tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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