Low Fat Marinara Sauce with Ground Beef
Elevate your pasta night with this Low Fat Marinara Sauce with Ground Beef—a hearty and flavorful sauce that doesn’t skimp on taste or nutrition! Made with lean ground beef, aromatic garlic, sweet onions, and a perfect blend of herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme, this sauce achieves a rich, savory flavor profile while staying light on fat. Crushed tomatoes and a touch of tomato paste create the velvety base, while a hint of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick. Simmered to perfection, this sauce is a versatile, healthy option for topping your favorite pasta, layering in lasagna, or using as a dipping sauce. With only a teaspoon of olive oil and plenty of bold seasonings, it’s an ideal choice for anyone seeking a nutritious, easy-to-make dinner that doesn’t compromise on indulgence. Perfect for meal prepping or feeding a family, this recipe is a low-fat twist on classic Italian comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons canned tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
In a large deep skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the lean ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat from the pan and return to the stove.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, oregano, basil, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed.
Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, stir in the fresh parsley.
Remove from heat and serve over your choice of pasta or as a base for other dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.4 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 382 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 360 mg | 8% | |
*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.
