Low Carb Ground Beef with Tomato Sauce
Discover the ultimate weeknight dinner with this flavorful Low Carb Ground Beef with Tomato Sauce recipe—a hearty and wholesome dish that’s big on taste but light on carbs. Perfectly browned ground beef is simmered with a vibrant blend of diced tomatoes, rich tomato paste, and aromatic spices like oregano, basil, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Enhanced by sautéed onions and garlic, this one-pan meal boasts bold Italian-inspired flavors while staying keto-friendly. Ready in just 45 minutes and garnished with fresh parsley, it’s an easy, satisfying option for a low-carb lifestyle. Serve it on its own, over zoodles, or alongside a crisp salad for a complete, guilt-free meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 whole medium onion
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
Drain excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the can of diced tomatoes (including juice) and tomato paste.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes to the mixture.
Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the dish before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your low-carb ground beef with tomato sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.4 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.3 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 329 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 3226 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 83.4 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2511 mg | 53% | |
*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.
