Low Fat Rich Ground Meat Sauce

Savor the hearty, comforting flavors of this Low Fat Rich Ground Meat Sauce, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Made with lean ground beef and packed with a medley of nutrient-rich vegetables like carrots, celery, and red bell peppers, this recipe delivers a robust, slow-simmered taste without the extra fat. Aromatic garlic, onions, and a blend of dried herbs—oregano, basil, and bay leaf—infuse this sauce with irresistible depth, while the addition of tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and low-sodium beef broth creates a velvety, savory base. Ready in just over an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for serving over pasta, layering in lasagna, or as a topping for zucchini noodles. Healthy, satisfying, and incredibly versatile, this low-fat meat sauce is your new weeknight dinner staple!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean ground beef
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium, finely grated carrot
• 1 medium, finely chopped celery stalk
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 240 ml low sodium beef broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add diced onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the carrot, celery, and bell pepper to the skillet, stirring occasionally, and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned completely with no pink remaining, about 6-7 minutes.

Step 6

Mix in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, combining with the meat.

Step 7

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth, stirring to combine all ingredients together.

Step 8

Add oregano, basil, the bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Serve over your choice of pasta or use as a filling for lasagna, and enjoy your low-fat rich ground meat sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1975.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1278.7

Total Fat 53.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 309.8mg	0%
Sodium 2755.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 51.4g
Protein 121.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 339.6mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 4020.5mg	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: 36.5%

Protein: 36.9%

Carbs: 26.5%