Low Carb Savory Minced Meat with Tomato Sauce
Experience a hearty and flavorful meal with this Low Carb Savory Minced Meat with Tomato Sauce! This recipe combines perfectly seasoned ground beef (or turkey) with the rich tang of crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, infused with aromatic herbs like oregano, basil, and paprika for an irresistible depth of flavor. With a quick 15-minute prep time and just 30 minutes of cooking, this one-pan wonder is easy enough for weeknights yet full of comforting, homestyle taste. Topped with fresh parsley and basil, it’s light, keto-friendly, and perfect as a standalone dish or paired with zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or a simple garden salad. Whether you're looking for wholesome low-carb dinner ideas or quick ground meat recipes, this savory creation will surely satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef (or turkey)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula, until it's browned and cooked through.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet and return it to the heat.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, ensuring they are well combined with the meat.
Add the oregano, basil, paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. Stir well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Before serving, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and basil for added freshness.
Serve hot and enjoy your low-carb savory minced meat with tomato sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.2 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.9 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 332 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 3225 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.7 g | ||
| Protein | 93.3 g | 187% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 3222 mg | 69% | |
*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.
