Keto Spaghetti Meat Sauce
Dive into indulgent comfort food without compromising your low-carb goals with this flavorful Keto Spaghetti Meat Sauce recipe! Perfectly seasoned ground beef is simmered in a rich, tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onions, and classic Italian herbs like oregano and basil. Unsweetened crushed tomatoes and low-sodium beef broth bring depth to the sauce while keeping it keto-friendly. Served over spiralized zucchini noodles or your favorite keto pasta alternative, this dish is packed with hearty goodness and is ready in just 40 minutes. Whether you’re meal prepping or looking for a quick family dinner, this recipe guarantees bold, satisfying flavors in every bite—all while staying low-carb and gluten-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 14 ounces Crushed tomatoes (unsweetened, no added sugar)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste (unsweetened)
- 0.5 cup Beef broth (low-sodium)
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 4 cups Zucchini noodles or other keto-friendly spaghetti alternative
Instructions
In a large skillet or saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onions and saute for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth.
Season the mixture with dried oregano, dried basil, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Bring the sauce to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
While the sauce is simmering, prepare the zucchini noodles or your choice of keto-friendly spaghetti according to the package instructions, then set aside.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve the meat sauce over the prepared zucchini noodles. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.4 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.8 g | 209% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 2874 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.6 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.0 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.8 g | ||
| Protein | 100.7 g | 201% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 373 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 5478 mg | 117% | |
*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.
