Keto Ground Meat with Tomato Sauce
Satisfy your cravings while staying true to your keto lifestyle with this comforting Keto Ground Meat with Tomato Sauce recipe! Featuring richly seasoned ground beef simmered in a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, and Italian herbs, this dish delivers hearty, savory flavors without extra carbs. Fresh basil adds a vibrant finish, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese provides creamy indulgence with every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes from prep to plate, this low-carb recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and easily customizable to your favorite keto-friendly sides. Pair it with roasted vegetables, zoodles, or enjoy it as is for a satisfying and guilt-free meal tailored to ketogenic diets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 15 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil, chopped
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Increase heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 8 minutes.
Drain excess fat from the skillet and lower the heat to medium.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir in the tomato paste.
Add Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients.
Let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Add chopped fresh basil and stir. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Serve hot, sprinkling with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.5 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.6 g | 223% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 341 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 3901 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 102.2 g | 204% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 850 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 3166 mg | 67% | |
*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.
