Soy-Free Tomato Meat Sauce
Elevate your weeknight meals with this hearty and flavorful Soy-Free Tomato Meat Sauce, perfect for anyone avoiding soy or seeking a wholesome homemade sauce. Packed with rich, savory elements, this recipe combines tender ground beef (or your choice of ground poultry or pork) with fragrant garlic, sweet onion, and a robust blend of Italian herbs. The sauce gets its smooth texture and vibrant flavor from unsweetened crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and soy-free broth, simmered to perfection for an aromatic dish that pairs beautifully with pasta, zucchini noodles, or roasted vegetables. Ready in under an hour and made with simple pantry staples, this versatile sauce is an ideal choice for meal preppers or family dinners. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and enjoy a comforting classic—without the soy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground pork/ground turkey for variation)
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (unsweetened, no added soy)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth (or chicken broth, ensure soy-free)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and slightly translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no pink remains, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth, and mix until combined.
Add the dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer gently for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it with a little more broth or water.
Serve the sauce hot over your choice of pasta, zucchini noodles, or use it as a topping for baked vegetables. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.3 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.9 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 3668 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.4 g | ||
| Protein | 94.1 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 332 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 4227 mg | 90% | |
*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.
