Whole30 Classic Beef Bolognese Sauce
Rich, hearty, and entirely Whole30-compliant, this Classic Beef Bolognese Sauce is a wholesome twist on the Italian favorite. Made with flavorful grass-fed ground beef, a medley of fresh aromatics like onion, carrot, and celery, and a robust tomato base infused with oregano and basil, this sauce is simmered to perfection for deep, comforting flavors. Unlike traditional Bolognese, this recipe is served over spiralized zucchini or carrot “noodles,” making it a nutrient-packed, gluten-free, and low-carb option that doesn’t skimp on satisfaction. With just 15 minutes of prep and a slow-cooked, savory finish, it’s a perfect choice for dinner when you crave something wholesome, delicious, and Whole30-friendly.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably grass-fed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, finely diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 bay leaf
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 cups zucchini or carrots, spiralized
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and the onions are translucent, about 7 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the pot. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 8 minutes.
Once the beef is browned, stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing it to coat the beef and develop its flavor.
Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and cover the pot partially.
Allow the sauce to simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. If the sauce thickens too much, you can add a splash of water.
Once the sauce has simmered and thickened to your desired consistency, remove the bay leaf.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve the Bolognese sauce over spiralized zucchini or carrot noodles for a hearty Whole30 meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1973 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.0 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3548 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.8 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.9 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.8 g | ||
| Protein | 108.3 g | 217% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 522 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 7646 mg | 163% | |
*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.
