Paleo Classic Minced Meat Sauce

Dive into the rich, hearty flavors of this Paleo Classic Minced Meat Sauce, a wholesome twist on a timeless favorite. This paleo-friendly recipe combines the savory goodness of grass-fed ground beef with a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, simmered in a fragrant tomato base infused with oregano, basil, and thyme. Slow-cooked to perfection, this sauce develops a deep, robust flavor, making it a perfect topping for spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles for a healthy, grain-free meal. With just 15 minutes of prep and a simmering time to let the flavors meld beautifully, this versatile sauce is both satisfying and nutritious, ideal for weeknight dinners or weekend meal prep. Paleo enthusiasts and comfort food lovers alike will savor this easy-to-make, gluten-free, and dairy-free classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 pound grass-fed ground beef
• 1 large, diced carrot
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef, using a wooden spoon to break it apart. Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced carrot and celery to the pan, stirring to combine with the meat.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the tomato paste. Stir well to incorporate.

Step 6

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, sea salt, black pepper, and the bay leaf. Stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce uncovered for about 45 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and discard it.

Step 9

Stir in the freshly chopped parsley just before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot over a bed of prepared spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles for a complete paleo meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2048.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1612.6

Total Fat 99.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 3155.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.7g
Protein 103.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 493.9mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 5007.6mg	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: 54.0%

Protein: 25.0%

Carbs: 20.9%