Low Carb Spaghetti Meat Sauce

Satisfy your pasta cravings without the carbs with this rich and hearty Low Carb Spaghetti Meat Sauce. Made with savory ground beef, aromatic garlic, and a medley of Italian seasonings, this sauce simmers to perfection with crushed tomatoes and a touch of beef broth for depth of flavor. Served over tender zucchini noodles or roasted spaghetti squash, it’s a wholesome, gluten-free alternative to traditional spaghetti that’s keto-friendly and packed with protein. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this versatile dish comes together in under an hour and can be garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for vibrant flavor. Indulge guilt-free in this low-carb comfort food favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes (no sugar added)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 4 cups zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent it from burning.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.

Step 9

While the sauce is simmering, prepare the zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash as desired (e.g., sauté zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes or roast spaghetti squash).

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Serve the meat sauce over the prepared zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2169.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1488.5

Total Fat 100.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 305.1mg	0%
Sodium 3256.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 40.4g
Protein 97.0g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 357.0mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 5168.8mg	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: 57.3%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 18.2%