Low Fat Tomato Meat Sauce

Elevate your pasta night with this hearty and healthy Low Fat Tomato Meat Sauce, a delicious blend of lean protein, rich tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Made with 93% lean ground beef or turkey, this flavorful sauce is lightly sautéed with onion and garlic for a savory base, then simmered with no-salt-added crushed tomatoes, a touch of tomato paste, and low-sodium broth for a guilt-free indulgence. With just the right seasoning of dried oregano, basil, and a hint of optional red pepper flakes for a kick, this recipe delivers bold Italian-inspired flavors without the heavy fat content. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for pairing with your favorite low-fat pasta alternative or traditional noodles, this sauce is both comforting and nutritious. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a delicious finishing touch that's as beautiful as it is tasty!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey (93% lean or higher)
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (no salt added, 28 oz can)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large nonstick skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the olive oil and diced onion to the pan. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the lean ground beef or turkey to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula and stirring, until no pink remains. Drain any excess liquid from the pan if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken or vegetable broth.

Step 6

Mix in the dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the sauce cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

After 20 minutes, taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot over your favorite low-fat pasta alternative or pasta of choice. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1585.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1174.2

Total Fat 52.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 1686.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 110.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 249.0mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 3312.4mg	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: 40.8%

Protein: 38.2%

Carbs: 21.0%