Low Fat Marinara Sauce with Ground Beef

Elevate your pasta nights with this hearty and flavorful Low Fat Marinara Sauce with Ground Beef, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and guilt-free indulgence. Made with lean ground beef and a medley of Italian herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme, this sauce delivers all the rich, savory goodness you love without the extra calories. The addition of crushed tomatoes and a hint of tomato paste creates a luscious texture, while a dash of red pepper flakes provides a subtle kick. Ready in just under an hour, this versatile recipe is perfect for topping your favorite pasta, layering in lasagna, or even spooning over spaghetti squash for a low-carb twist. It's a delicious, healthier alternative to traditional marinara, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons canned tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a large deep skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the lean ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat from the pan and return to the stove.

Step 6

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, oregano, basil, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 9

Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, stir in the fresh parsley.

Step 10

Remove from heat and serve over your choice of pasta or as a base for other dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1546.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1110.5

Total Fat 48.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 281.1mg	0%
Sodium 2500.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.4g	0%
Total Sugars 42.0g
Protein 107.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304.8mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 3169.1mg	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: 38.4%

Protein: 37.5%

Carbs: 24.1%