Whole30 Rich Ground Meat Sauce
Savor the hearty, wholesome goodness of this Whole30 Rich Ground Meat Sauce—a flavor-packed recipe that’s perfect for a healthy dinner without sacrificing taste. This savory sauce combines tender, grass-fed ground beef and ground pork with fresh aromatics like garlic and onion, simmered in a robust blend of Whole30-compliant crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and grated carrot for natural sweetness. A medley of dried herbs, including oregano, basil, and thyme, along with a hint of red pepper flakes, adds depth and a subtle kick to each bite. Ready in just under an hour, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or any of your favorite Whole30-approved sides. Delicious, nutritious, and easy to prepare, it’s the ultimate comforting meal for those committed to clean eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably grass-fed)
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes (Whole30 compliant)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (Whole30 compliant)
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pan and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until browned, about 7-8 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the pan if necessary.
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and grated carrot, mixing well to combine.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the pan, stirring to incorporate evenly.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, reduce heat to low, and let cook uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh chopped parsley.
Serve hot over your choice of Whole30-compliant side dishes such as zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or a baked potato.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.3 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.1 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 505 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 3862 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.1 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.6 g | ||
| Protein | 147.6 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 484 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 3717 mg | 79% | |
*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.
