Instant Pot Beef Roast with Ranch Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
376 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Beef Roast with Ranch Dressing
Description
Instant Pot Beef Roast with Ranch Dressing uses a combination of a beef roast and three seasoning mix packets to create a flavorful meal with minimal effort. The instructions direct sautéing the roast briefly in vegetable oil in the Instant Pot to brown, then adding the seasoning mixes and water before pressure cooking for one hour. Alternately, the slow cooker method allows slow cooking on low for six to seven hours. This approach infuses the roast with savory and herbaceous elements from the ranch and Italian dressing mixes, while the brown gravy mix adds richness and body to the cooking liquid. The final roast is tender and complemented by the combined mix of flavors.
The cooking method ensures the beef reaches a tender texture suitable for slicing or shredding. This dish provides a convenient option for a family meal or basic roast dinner without requiring elaborate preparation. The use of dry seasoning packets simplifies ingredient gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 pounds beef roast any cut
- 1 package Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing mix
- 1 package brown gravy mix
- 1 package Italian dressing mix
- 1 1/2 cups water
Instructions
Instant Pot Directions
- Add two tablespoons of vegetable oil to the Instant Pot.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté.
- When the pot is hot, add the roast.
- Add the Italian salad dressing mix, brown gravy mix, and ranch dressing mix.
- Pour the water into the Instant Pot.
- Cook on high manual setting for 60 minutes.
- When the cooking time is complete, you may perform a quick or natural release.
Slow Cooker Directions
- Place the roast in the slow cooker.
- Add the Italian salad dressing mix, the brown gravy mix, and the ranch dressing mix.
- Add water to the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6 to 7 hours.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 376 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 376kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 65g | 130% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 172mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 4940mg | 206% |
| Potassium | 846mg | 18% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 136mg | 151% |
| Calcium | 849mg | 85% |
| Iron | 6.4mg | 36% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.