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Healthy Recipes using Braised Bison Short Ribs

Braised Bison Short Ribs with Quinoa and Kale Salad

Tender braised bison short ribs served over a nutrient-packed quinoa and kale salad, drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs bison short ribs
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups kale, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
  1. Season the bison short ribs with salt and pepper, then sear in a hot pan until browned on all sides.
  2. Remove the ribs and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, then add the ribs back with beef broth and braise for 2-3 hours until tender.
  3. Cook quinoa according to package instructions and mix with kale, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, lemon juice, and season to taste. Serve ribs over the salad.

Bison Short Ribs Tacos with Avocado Salsa

Flavorful bison short ribs shredded and served in corn tortillas, topped with a fresh avocado salsa for a healthy twist on tacos.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs bison short ribs
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 2 avocados, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Braised the bison short ribs in a slow cooker with your choice of spices until tender, about 6 hours on low.
  2. In a bowl, combine avocados, tomatoes, onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt to make the salsa.
  3. Shred the bison ribs and serve in warmed tortillas topped with avocado salsa.

Spicy Bison Short Ribs with Sweet Potato Mash

Braised bison short ribs with a kick, served alongside creamy sweet potato mash for a hearty and healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs bison short ribs
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
  1. Season the bison short ribs with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, then sear in olive oil until browned.
  2. Add beef broth and braise for 2-3 hours until tender.
  3. Boil sweet potatoes until soft, then mash with Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper. Serve ribs over sweet potato mash.

Bison Short Ribs with Root Vegetable Medley

Hearty bison short ribs served with a colorful medley of roasted root vegetables, providing a wholesome and satisfying dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs bison short ribs
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 parsnips, chopped
  • 1 turnip, chopped
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear bison short ribs in olive oil until browned, then remove and sauté root vegetables in the same pot.
  2. Return ribs to the pot, add beef broth, and braise for 2-3 hours.
  3. Serve the ribs alongside the roasted root vegetable medley.

Bison Short Rib and Mushroom Risotto

Creamy risotto made with arborio rice, enriched with braised bison short ribs and sautéed mushrooms for a luxurious yet healthy dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs bison short ribs
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Braised bison short ribs until tender, then shred and set aside.
  2. In a pot, sauté onion and mushrooms in olive oil, then add arborio rice and gradually add beef broth while stirring until creamy.
  3. Stir in the shredded bison and Parmesan cheese before serving.

Braised Bison Short Ribs with Cauliflower Rice

Deliciously tender bison short ribs served over a bed of cauliflower rice, making for a low-carb, nutrient-dense meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs bison short ribs
  • 1 head cauliflower, grated into rice
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear bison short ribs in olive oil, then add onion and garlic until fragrant, followed by beef broth. Braise for 2-3 hours.
  2. In a separate pan, sauté grated cauliflower in olive oil until tender, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  3. Serve the ribs over the cauliflower rice.

Bison Short Ribs with Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Savory bison short ribs paired with a refreshing Mediterranean chickpea salad, providing a perfect balance of flavors and nutrients.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs bison short ribs
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Braised the bison short ribs in beef broth until tender, about 2-3 hours.
  2. In a bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the salad.
  3. Serve the ribs alongside the Mediterranean chickpea salad.

Bison Short Ribs with Spicy Mango Salsa

Tender bison short ribs topped with a vibrant spicy mango salsa, offering a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs bison short ribs
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, minced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 cups beef broth
Instructions
  1. Braised bison short ribs in beef broth until tender, about 2-3 hours.
  2. In a bowl, mix mango, jalapeño, onion, lime juice, and salt to create the salsa.
  3. Serve the ribs topped with spicy mango salsa.

Bison Short Ribs with Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

Rich and tender bison short ribs served with creamy garlic mashed cauliflower, providing a healthy alternative to traditional mashed potatoes.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs bison short ribs
  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups beef broth
Instructions
  1. Braised bison short ribs in beef broth until tender, about 2-3 hours.
  2. Steam cauliflower until soft, then blend with garlic, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Serve the ribs over garlic mashed cauliflower.

Bison Short Ribs with Asian Slaw

Savory braised bison short ribs served with a crunchy Asian slaw, combining flavors of sesame and ginger for a refreshing dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs bison short ribs
  • 4 cups cabbage, shredded
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups beef broth
Instructions
  1. Braised bison short ribs in beef broth until tender, about 2-3 hours.
  2. In a bowl, mix cabbage, carrot, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, salt, and pepper to create the slaw.
  3. Serve the ribs alongside the Asian slaw.