Whole30 Ground Beef with Tomato Sauce
Savor the warmth and bold flavors of this Whole30 Ground Beef with Tomato Sauce, a hearty, one-skillet meal that's as satisfying as it is nutritious. Made with tender ground beef, a vibrant tomato base, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep favorite. With just 10 minutes of prep and a 30-minute cook time, you'll have a wholesome, Whole30-compliant recipe that's free of dairy, grains, and refined sugars but brimming with flavor. Serve it over spiralized zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or enjoy it on its own for a low-carb, paleo-friendly option that'll have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for busy families and healthy eaters alike, this simple yet flavorful dish proves that wholesome ingredients can shine with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, combining well with the beef.
Sprinkle in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
Allow the mixture to simmer gently on low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve hot. This dish pairs well with spiralized vegetables, cauliflower rice, or a simple salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 76 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 333 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 658 mg | 14% | |
*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.
