Low Carb Tomato Meat Sauce

Dive into the hearty, flavor-packed goodness of this Low Carb Tomato Meat Sauce, a versatile recipe perfect for your keto or low-carb lifestyle. Made with a rich blend of ground beef, optional ground pork, and no-sugar-added tomatoes, this sauce is simmered to perfection with aromatic garlic, onions, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and smoked paprika. The addition of beef broth deepens the flavors, while a dash of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat. Ready in less than an hour, this low-carb pasta sauce is the ultimate comfort food without the guilt. Pair it with zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or your favorite low-carb alternative, and top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, this recipe checks all the boxes for taste, health, and convenience!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 0.5 pound Ground pork (optional, for added flavor)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (no sugar added)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste (no sugar added)
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and let it warm up for 1–2 minutes.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped yellow onion to the skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef and ground pork (if using). Cook the meat, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and no longer pink. This should take about 6–8 minutes. Drain off excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to intensify its flavor.

Step 6

Add the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, dried oregano, dried basil, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until evenly combined.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 30–35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. If you prefer a slightly thinner sauce, you can add a bit more beef broth or water at this stage.

Step 9

Serve hot over zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or your favorite low-carb pasta alternative. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1907.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2359.8

Total Fat 175.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 494.5mg	0%
Sodium 2601.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 31.8g
Protein 146.3g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 330.7mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 3849.0mg	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: 65.7%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 9.9%