Low Sodium Ground Meat with Tomato Sauce
Savor the comforting flavors of this **Low Sodium Ground Meat with Tomato Sauce**, a heart-healthy twist on a classic dish. This recipe combines the richness of ground beef—or turkey for a leaner option—with a vibrant medley of no-salt-added diced tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. The addition of grated carrots and chopped bell peppers adds natural sweetness while keeping the sodium in check. With just 15 minutes of prep and a simmering time that allows the flavors to meld beautifully, this wholesome sauce is perfect served over whole-grain pasta, brown rice, or even as a filling for stuffed peppers. Whether you're managing your sodium intake or simply craving a guilt-free comfort dish, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite! Keywords: low sodium dinner, healthy tomato sauce recipe, no-salt-added ground meat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (or turkey for a leaner option)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 ounces No-salt-added diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 medium Carrot, grated
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the ground meat to the skillet. Cook, breaking apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Drain any excess fat if using beef.
Stir in the no-salt-added diced tomatoes and tomato paste, combining thoroughly.
Add the grated carrot and chopped green bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Sprinkle in the dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Lower the heat to a simmer and let the sauce cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve over whole grain pasta, brown rice, or as a filling for stuffed peppers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1621 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.4 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.8 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 461 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 86.1 g | 172% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2995 mg | 64% | |
*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.
