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Healthy Recipes using Beef Chuck Short Ribs

Herb-Crusted Beef Chuck Short Ribs

These herb-crusted beef short ribs are slow-cooked to perfection, infused with fresh herbs and spices for a flavorful, healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck short ribs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix olive oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture over the beef short ribs.
  3. In a large Dutch oven, sear the ribs on all sides until browned, then add beef broth, carrots, and celery. Cover and bake for 3 hours.

Spicy Korean Beef Short Ribs

These Korean-style beef short ribs are marinated in a spicy and sweet sauce, then grilled for a delicious and healthy twist.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck short ribs
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, gochujang, honey, garlic, sesame oil, and ginger to create the marinade.
  2. Marinate the short ribs for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. Grill the ribs over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes on each side, then garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Beef Short Ribs with Quinoa and Spinach

This nutritious dish features tender beef short ribs served over a bed of quinoa and sautéed spinach for a complete meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck short ribs
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Cook quinoa in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté spinach until wilted, seasoning with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Serve the cooked short ribs over quinoa and top with sautéed spinach.

Mediterranean Beef Short Ribs Stew

This hearty stew combines beef short ribs with Mediterranean vegetables and spices for a warm and healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck short ribs
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, no salt added
  • 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
  2. Add beef short ribs and brown on all sides, then stir in tomatoes, chickpeas, cumin, paprika, and broth.
  3. Simmer for 2 hours until the beef is tender and serve warm.

BBQ Beef Short Ribs with Cauliflower Mash

These BBQ beef short ribs are slow-cooked and served with a creamy cauliflower mash for a low-carb, healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck short ribs
  • 1 cup low-sugar BBQ sauce
  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Slow-cook the beef short ribs with BBQ sauce for 6-8 hours until tender.
  2. Steam cauliflower until soft, then blend with Greek yogurt, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Serve the short ribs over cauliflower mash.

Beef Short Ribs Tacos with Avocado Salsa

These flavorful tacos feature shredded beef short ribs topped with a fresh avocado salsa for a healthy twist on a classic dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck short ribs
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. Rub short ribs with taco seasoning and slow-cook for 8 hours until tender, then shred the meat.
  2. In a bowl, mix avocado, tomato, onion, lime juice, and cilantro to make the salsa.
  3. Serve shredded beef in corn tortillas topped with avocado salsa.

Beef Short Ribs with Sweet Potato Wedges

This dish features succulent beef short ribs served alongside crispy sweet potato wedges for a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck short ribs
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss sweet potato wedges with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper, then spread on a baking sheet.
  3. In a Dutch oven, add short ribs and beef broth, cover, and bake for 3 hours. Serve with sweet potato wedges.

Beef Short Ribs with Roasted Brussels Sprouts

This healthy recipe features tender beef short ribs paired with roasted Brussels sprouts for a delicious and nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck short ribs
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Season short ribs with salt and pepper, place in a Dutch oven with beef broth, and bake for 3 hours.
  3. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, roast for 20 minutes at 400°F (200°C), and serve alongside the ribs.

Beef Short Ribs with Chimichurri Sauce

These beef short ribs are grilled to perfection and topped with a zesty chimichurri sauce for a fresh and healthy flavor.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck short ribs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Season short ribs with salt and pepper and grill over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side.
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, vinegar, parsley, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to create chimichurri.
  3. Serve the grilled ribs topped with chimichurri sauce.