Low Fat Classic Bolognese Meat Sauce
Satisfy your Italian cravings while keeping things light with this Low Fat Classic Bolognese Meat Sauce recipe—an updated spin on the beloved traditional staple. Made with lean ground beef, finely chopped aromatics, and a medley of wholesome ingredients like crushed tomatoes, low-sodium beef broth, and skim milk, this hearty sauce delivers all the rich, comforting flavors of a classic Bolognese without the excess fat. The slow simmer ensures a deeply flavorful, velvety texture, while dried herbs like oregano and basil add a touch of rustic charm. Perfect for topping your favorite pasta, this guilt-free dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Garnished with fresh parsley for a finishing flourish, it’s the ultimate family-friendly meal that’s packed with nutrition and taste. Keywords: low fat Bolognese sauce, healthy pasta sauce, lean ground beef recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground beef (95% lean)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 250 milliliters low-sodium beef broth
- 125 milliliters skim milk
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large, deep skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft but not browned.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean ground beef to the pan. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat from the pan to keep the sauce low-fat.
Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for about 2 minutes to caramelize slightly.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and beef broth. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Add the oregano, basil, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to distribute the seasonings evenly.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 45 minutes, remove the lid and stir in the skim milk. Cook for another 30 minutes uncovered, allowing the sauce to thicken.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Before serving, remove the bay leaf and discard it.
Serve the Bolognese sauce over your choice of pasta, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.3 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 404 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 4161 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.7 g | ||
| Protein | 159.2 g | 318% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 665 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 5892 mg | 125% | |
*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.
