Dairy-Free Pasta with Ground Meat and Vegetables

Savor the hearty, wholesome flavors of this Dairy-Free Pasta with Ground Meat and Vegetables—a comforting, family-friendly dish that’s as healthy as it is satisfying. Made with gluten-free pasta, tender ground beef or turkey, and a medley of fresh vegetables like zucchini, red bell pepper, and carrots, this recipe is packed with nutrients and vibrant flavors. A rich, tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onion, oregano, and basil ties everything together, delivering a mouthwatering meal without the use of dairy. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this easy one-pot recipe comes together in under an hour and offers an adjustable seasoning profile to suit your taste. Serve it piping hot with an optional sprinkle of fresh parsley for a beautifully simple yet flavorful dish that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces gluten-free pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, chopped
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gluten-free pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the meat in the skillet, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the sliced zucchini, chopped red bell pepper, and chopped carrot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, around 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well to combine. Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is well coated with the meat and vegetable sauce.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2146.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2360.1

Total Fat 125.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 362.9mg	0%
Sodium 3780.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.6g	0%
Total Sugars 50.6g
Protein 104.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 430.5mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 5255.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.2%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 35.3%