Dairy-Free Tomato Meat Sauce

Rich, hearty, and completely dairy-free, this Tomato Meat Sauce is a crowd-pleasing option perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, this sauce is simmered with aromatic herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme for a depth of flavor that’s simply irresistible. Crushed tomatoes and a touch of tomato paste create a robust base, while the optional addition of unsweetened coconut milk lends an extra creamy texture without any dairy. Versatile and easy to make in under an hour, this savory sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, zucchini noodles, or even a bowl of rice. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a comforting classic with a clean, allergen-friendly twist that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (85% lean or leaner)
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (unsalted)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1.5 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.25 cup unsweetened coconut milk (optional for richness)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pan. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, basil, thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and let the sauce cook uncovered for about 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

If you prefer a slightly creamier sauce, stir in the unsweetened coconut milk during the last 5 minutes of cooking and mix well.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if desired.

Step 9

Remove the sauce from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve over your favorite pasta, rice, or vegetable noodles. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1767.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2350.5

Total Fat 154.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 567.0mg	0%
Sodium 2940.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 164.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 347.7mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 3371.4mg	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: 60.5%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 11.0%