Salsa Verde Shredded Beef
Beef verde is tender, juicy, and infused with savory, tangy flavors. Made with three ingredients, it’s a fail-proof, hands-off, protein source that’s super versatile and perfect for meal prep and busy weeknight dinners!
Looking for more slow cooker recipes? Try our zesty crockpot shredded chicken next.
Slow cooker recipes don’t get easier than this salsa verde shredded beef! All you need are three ingredients. Then, sit back as the slow cooker does all the work, and come back to dinner waiting for you. Yay for simplicity!
A family favorite, we make this recipe all year long, finding it comforting enough for the winter but light enough for summer. Use it to make tacos, enchiladas, nachos, salads, and so much more. We promise, it never gets old.
Ingredients and Notes
Below is an overview of the ingredients and instructions for this verde beef recipe. Please be sure to scroll down to the recipe card below for the complete details!
- Beef Roast – We recommend using a large cut with lots of fat marbling, such as a rib roast or chuck roast. The fat will melt down, creating super tender beef. However, any cut of beef will work.
- Salsa Verde – We use medium heat salsa verde, but swap it out for mild or spicy options, depending on your spice preferences.
- Ranch Dressing Mix – We use homemade Ranch seasoning, but store-bought packets are totally fine if you want to save some time.
The Easiest Cooking Method for Beef Verde
- Prepare the beef. Place the roast in a large slow cooker. (Make sure it’s at least a 6-quart!)
2. Combine. Season the roast all over with the Ranch seasoning, and pour the salsa on top.
3. Cook. Cover and cook on low for six hours.
4. Shred and serve. Shred the cooked roast with two forks, and stir it into the pot to soak up the salsa. We find this works well if you let it sit for a few minutes before serving!
Common Questions
Use this meat in all your favorite meals – seriously! It’s great in beef enchiladas, quesadillas, tacos, rice bowls, stuffed poblano peppers, walking tacos, and nachos. Or, use it as a topping for salads or in Mexican rice bowls with guacamole, pico de gallo, or roasted corn salsa.
If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Or, freeze them for up to 3 months!
To serve, thaw in the fridge overnight. Then, reheat in the microwave, a skillet over medium heat, or in a slow cooker set to warm. Add a splash of broth or extra salsa as needed if your beef seems a little dry.
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Salsa Verde Shredded Beef Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2-4 pound beef roast any cut will do
- 2 Tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
- 16 ounces salsa verde medium heat
Instructions
- Place the roast in a 6 quart slow cooker. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the roast then pour the salsa over ranch seasoning.2-4 pound beef roast, 16 ounces salsa verde, 2 Tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
- Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 hours or until the roast shreds easily with a fork.
- When the roast is done, remove any fat and begin shredding the roast with the tines of two forks. When you have shredded all the beef let it sit in the sauce mixture to soak up all the goodness before plating.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Notes
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This Salsa Verde Shredded Beef recipe looks amazing! I love how simple the ingredients are, and it seems like a perfect dish for busy weeknights. Can’t wait to try it out!
Thanks! It’s a favorite of ours and we hope it makes your monthly meal rotation too. Happy cooking!
Oh my, I have got to try this this weekend! I want some right now…. I love verde salsa (in fact I am blogging about making it at this moment!).
Thanks for sharing.
🙂 gwingal
Well this recipe and you were meant to be, Nikki! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do 🙂 I LOVE that you are making your own salsa verde! I bet it is delish.
Delicious, thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop, pinning and tweeting.
Just added this to my menu next week! Sounds amazing. It’s always hard to get great meals during the week…this is just easy and delicious. Thanks for sharing 🙂 (visiting from SHINE)
Yay! You will have to let me know what you think, Ann 🙂 I agree, this meal is definitely a great option for those busy weekdays.
I love finding new slow cooker recipes. You salsa verde roast beef looks delicious. Pinning. Thanks for sharing at Snickerdoodle Sunday.
Thank you, Beverly! Yes, I love finding new slow cooker recipes as well. I know this will be become a favorite in your house too!
OO yum! I love recipes like this. Thanks for sharing with us at Family Joy Blog Link Up Party this week. Have a great week!
This sounds Fabulous!!! I love anything I can throw in the crockpot…Looking forward to trying this, Pinned 🙂
Thanks, Angela! Yes, crock pots are a modern day miracle indeed 😉 Enjoy this recipe!
Mmmmm. I love salsa verde. Saving this so I can make it this week!
So excited for you to eat this awesome meal, Marie! Stop back and let me know what you think 🙂 Enjoy!
My grandmother would love this recipe! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Blessings,
Edye | http://gracefulcoffee.wordpress.com
I hope your grandmother does love this recipe, Edye 🙂 You’ll have to pop by again to let me know the verdict!
Salsa verde is my fav!! Looks good Sammi!
Thanks, Lauren! I love salsa verde as well 🙂 Such a great marinade, dressing, or dip for chips!
We loved this recipe! The flavor was great and not too spicy, so kids loved it too! Thanks for sharing!
Rana,
We are so glad to hear you loved the recipe. It is so simple and flavorful! Keep checking our site for weekly recipe posts, we have a lot more great ones coming.
Sarah
Thanks Jacque! So glad you liked it 🙂
Love this recipe:). Really easy and yummy!!!