Vegan Tomato Meat Sauce
Looking for a hearty, flavorful sauce that's entirely plant-based? This Vegan Tomato Meat Sauce combines rich, comforting ingredients for a perfect addition to your favorite pasta dishes. Featuring savory plant-based ground meat, aromatic garlic and onion, and a blend of herbs like oregano and basil, this recipe delivers all the classic Italian flavors you love—without any animal products. The sauce is slow-simmered with crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth for a depth of flavor that’s both robust and satisfying. Whether you're serving it over spaghetti, using it in a lasagna, or pairing it with zoodles for a low-carb option, this vegan recipe is a versatile crowd-pleaser. Ready in under an hour, it's perfect for weeknight meals or a cozy weekend dinner. Enjoy restaurant-quality taste in the comfort of your own kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 12 ounces Plant-based ground meat (e.g., Beyond Meat or similar)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
Add the plant-based ground meat to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and heated through.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, black pepper, and sugar (if using). Mix well.
Lower the heat to a simmer and allow the sauce to cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed.
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the fresh parsley.
Serve hot over your favorite pasta or as desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 781 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 598 mg | 13% | |
*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.
