Dairy-Free Classic Beef Bolognese Sauce
Rich, hearty, and completely dairy-free, this Classic Beef Bolognese Sauce is a comforting Italian-inspired staple perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Featuring the holy trinity of sautéed vegetables—onion, carrot, and celery—this sauce builds layers of flavor with garlic, red wine, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. Simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes and a hint of sweetness from a pinch of sugar, the ground beef becomes irresistibly tender and infused with robust, savory depth. This dairy-free version is easy to make, ready in just over an hour, and pairs beautifully with pasta, zoodles, or even served as a topping for baked spaghetti squash. Perfect for those seeking a classic yet allergy-conscious recipe, it’s a must-have for your family’s go-to dinner rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Carrot, peeled and finely chopped
- 1 medium Celery stalk, finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 28 ounce can Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 0.5 cup Red wine
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 7-8 minutes or until the vegetables are soft and the onion is translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Season the beef mixture with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and red wine. Stir well to combine.
Add the bay leaf, dried oregano, dried basil, and sugar. Stir to incorporate all ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Let the sauce simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, then remove and discard the bay leaf.
Serve the sauce over your favorite dairy-free pasta or zoodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.8 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.7 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 2910 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.0 g | ||
| Protein | 88.5 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 345 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 4091 mg | 87% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
