Whole30 Rigatoni with Meat Sauce
Transform your dinner routine with this Whole30 Rigatoni with Meat Sauce, a flavorful and hearty dish that’s both healthy and satisfying! Perfectly seasoned ground beef is simmered in a rich, tangy tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onions, and a medley of vegetables like carrots and celery for added depth and texture. This recipe swaps traditional pasta for vibrant zucchini or sweet potato noodles, creating a gluten-free and grain-free alternative that’s fully compliant with Whole30 guidelines. With simple ingredients, bold flavors, and an easy-to-follow preparation, this dish is ready in just under an hour and makes for a wholesome meal the whole family will love. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of fresh basil for an aromatic finish and enjoy a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Carrot, finely diced
- 1 Celery stalk, finely diced
- 1 pound Ground beef, preferably grass-fed
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (Whole30 compliant)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 cups Zucchini or sweet potato noodles
- optional Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet, if necessary.
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and balsamic vinegar.
Add the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Simmer the sauce uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors develop.
While the sauce is simmering, prepare your zucchini or sweet potato noodles using a spiralizer or julienne peeler if needed.
In a separate pan, quickly sauté the noodles over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, just until softened.
Serve the meat sauce over the prepared noodles. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Enjoy your Whole30 Rigatoni with Meat Sauce warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 627 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1608 mg | 34% | |
*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.
