Low Carb Ground Beef with Tomato Sauce

Savor the rich and comforting flavors of this *Low Carb Ground Beef with Tomato Sauce*, a quick and easy skillet meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Combining juicy ground beef with tangy diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a fragrant medley of oregano, basil, garlic, and red pepper flakes, this dish delivers bold, satisfying flavor while keeping carbs to a minimum. Simmered to perfection in just 30 minutes, it’s a versatile recipe that can be served on its own, over zucchini noodles, or alongside roasted vegetables. With a prep time of only 15 minutes, this low-carb dinner option is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for keto-friendly meal plans or anyone seeking a hearty, wholesome dish that’s easy to prepare!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 whole medium onion
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 6

Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 7

Stir in the can of diced tomatoes (including juice) and tomato paste.

Step 8

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes to the mixture.

Step 9

Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 12

Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the dish before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy your low-carb ground beef with tomato sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1047.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1402.1

Total Fat 107.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 329.3mg	0%
Sodium 3226.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 20.8g
Protein 83.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 242.3mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 2510.9mg	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: 67.1%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 9.7%