High Protein Ground Meat with Tomato Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful High Protein Ground Meat with Tomato Sauce recipe! Featuring lean ground beef cooked to perfection, a medley of aromatics like garlic and onion, and a rich, slow-simmered tomato sauce infused with dried herbs, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of red pepper flakes, this dish delivers comfort food with a protein-packed twist. The addition of fresh parsley adds a final burst of freshness, making this versatile sauce perfect for pairing with pasta, rice, or even spiralized vegetables for a low-carb option. Ready in under an hour, this meal is ideal for busy schedules while keeping meal prep simple and satisfying. A perfect choice for those seeking healthy, high-protein dinners that don’t skimp on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon, dried basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon, dried oregano leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 250 milliliters low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pan, sautéeing for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Continue cooking until the meat is browned and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain excess fat from the pan if necessary, then return it to the heat.
Stir in the tomato paste, and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and Worcestershire sauce to the pan. Stir to combine all ingredients.
Season the sauce with dried basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for about 30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or spices to your preference.
Before serving, stir in fresh parsley for added aroma and flavor.
Serve the ground meat with tomato sauce over your choice of pasta, rice, or spiralized vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 914 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 583 mg | 12% | |
*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.
