Vegan Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef
Elevate your pasta night with this rich and hearty Vegan Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food. Bursting with bold flavors from crushed tomatoes, garlic, and vegan Worcestershire sauce, this recipe expertly combines a savory base with aromatic herbs like oregano, basil, and smoked paprika. The addition of plant-based ground beef offers a satisfying texture, making it perfect for vegans and meat-lovers alike. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make sauce is ideal for busy weeknights while delivering a delicious, nutrient-packed meal. Serve over your favorite pasta and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of brightness. Vegan spaghetti sauce has never tasted this good!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 12 ounces plant-based ground beef
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, being careful not to burn it.
Add the plant-based ground beef to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until it is browned and cooked through.
Mix in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegan Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, smoked paprika, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet or saucepan and let the sauce cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed (e.g., more salt or pepper).
Serve warm over your favorite spaghetti or other pasta. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 561 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 967 mg | 21% | |
*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.
