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Looking for a delicious, budget-friendly beef dinner recipe that’s easy enough for a weeknight but elegant enough for a holiday meal? This Perfectly Roasted Beef Eye of Round Roast is a no-fail, high-protein main dish that’s flavorful, tender, and surprisingly simple to prepare.
If you’ve been searching for the best way to cook eye of round roast without drying it out, this recipe is exactly what you need. 🍽️
✅ Why You’ll Love This Roast Beef Recipe
- High in Protein & Low in Cost – Great value cut for families or meal prepping.
- Easy to Make – Simple seasoning blend with big flavor payoff.
- Perfect for Meal Plans – Leftovers are excellent for sandwiches, wraps, or salads.
- Oven Roasted Perfection – Tender inside, beautifully browned outside.
🛒 Ingredients for Oven-Roasted Eye of Round
Here’s what you’ll need to make this restaurant-quality roast at home:
- 3–4 lb beef eye of round roast (lean, affordable cut)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (heart-healthy fat)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked or sweet paprika
- 1 cup beef broth (adds moisture and flavor)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
📌 Tip: Use organic or grass-fed beef if available for better nutrition and premium flavor.
👨🍳 How to Cook Beef Eye of Round Roast (Step-by-Step)
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, and spices to create a flavorful herb paste.
- Rub the mixture evenly over the roast.
- Place roast on a rack inside a roasting pan. Pour broth into the bottom of the pan.
- Roast at 450°F for 15 minutes, then reduce temperature to 325°F (163°C) and cook for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
- Rest for 15 minutes before slicing to lock in juices.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
⏱ Quick Recipe Summary
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time | Servings | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 1 hr 15 mins | 1 hr 30 mins | 6 | ~350 kcal |
🌿 Serving & Storage Ideas
- Serve With: Garlic mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, green beans, or a crisp garden salad.
- Leftovers: Use in wraps, paninis, or homemade beef hash.
- Storage: Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
💡 Expert Cooking Tips
- For the juiciest roast, let the meat come to room temperature before roasting.
- Always use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Slice against the grain for maximum tenderness.
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