Paleo Savory Ground Meat in Tomato Herb Sauce
Savor the rich and hearty flavors of this Paleo Savory Ground Meat in Tomato Herb Sauce, a quick and wholesome weeknight dinner packed with nourishing ingredients. This versatile recipe combines your choice of ground beef or turkey with a vibrant tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme. Sautéed onions and garlic add irresistible depth, while a touch of fresh parsley brightens the dish. Perfectly Paleo-friendly, this dish is cooked in coconut oil and pairs wonderfully with zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or your favorite low-carb accompaniment. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a satisfying and healthy option for anyone embracing clean eating or the paleo lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef or turkey
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add coconut oil.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground meat to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet, if necessary.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 15 minutes to let the flavors meld, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if required.
Stir in the fresh parsley when the sauce is done cooking.
Serve the savory ground meat and tomato herb sauce over zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or your favorite Paleo-friendly option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1691 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.1 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.2 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 3230 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 93.7 g | 187% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 3303 mg | 70% | |
*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.
