Paleo Classic Minced Meat Sauce
Savor the rich and robust flavors of this Paleo Classic Minced Meat Sauce, a healthier twist on a traditional favorite. Crafted with wholesome, nutrient-dense ingredients like grass-fed ground beef, vibrant carrots, and celery, this sauce is simmered to perfection with aromatic herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme. A hearty base of crushed tomatoes and tomato paste creates a naturally sweet, flavorful foundation, while fresh parsley adds a burst of brightness just before serving. Perfectly paleo-approved, this sauce pairs beautifully with spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles for a grain-free, guilt-free comfort meal. Whether you're following a paleo lifestyle or just seeking a healthier dinner option, this satisfying recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just over an hour and yielding four hearty servings, it’s a fantastic choice for meal prepping or a cozy family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large, diced yellow onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 pound grass-fed ground beef
- 1 large, diced carrot
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef, using a wooden spoon to break it apart. Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
Add the diced carrot and celery to the pan, stirring to combine with the meat.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the tomato paste. Stir well to incorporate.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, sea salt, black pepper, and the bay leaf. Stir to combine all ingredients.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce uncovered for about 45 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken, stirring occasionally.
Remove the bay leaf and discard it.
Stir in the freshly chopped parsley just before serving.
Serve hot over a bed of prepared spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles for a complete paleo meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1613 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.6 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.1 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3156 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.7 g | ||
| Protein | 103.9 g | 208% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 494 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 5008 mg | 107% | |
*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.
