Vegan Rich Ground Meat Sauce
Indulge in the hearty flavors of this Vegan Rich Ground Meat Sauce, where classic comfort meets plant-based innovation. Crafted with robust plant-based ground meat, fresh vegetables like garlic, onion, celery, and bell pepper, and infused with fragrant herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme, this recipe delivers an unforgettable depth of flavor. Slow-simmered with diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a hint of soy sauce for added umami, this rich, savory sauce is perfect for topping pasta, grains, or even spiraled vegetables. Ready in about an hour, it’s a wholesome, family-friendly dish that’s sure to impress vegans and meat-lovers alike. Whether you’re seeking a plant-based alternative to traditional ground meat sauces or simply a satisfying meal packed with nutrition, this recipe is your go-to for vegan comfort food at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium carrot, finely grated
- 1 medium celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1 medium bell pepper, finely chopped
- 12 ounces plant-based ground meat
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, grated carrot, chopped celery, and bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Add the plant-based ground meat to the saucepan, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Sauté until it begins to brown, approximately 5 minutes.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth, mixing well.
Add the oregano, basil, thyme, soy sauce, bay leaf, and sugar to the saucepan.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.7 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 5248 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.0 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.6 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.9 g | ||
| Protein | 77.1 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 564 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 21.8 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 4284 mg | 91% | |
*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.
