Paleo Marinara Sauce with Ground Beef

Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Paleo Marinara Sauce with Ground Beef. Made with wholesome ingredients like crushed tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and nutrient-rich olive oil, this recipe perfectly captures the essence of traditional Italian cooking while staying entirely paleo-friendly. The addition of ground beef adds a satisfying, protein-packed richness, making it an ideal pairing for zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash. With just 15 minutes of prep and a slow simmer that allows the flavors to meld beautifully, this low-carb, gluten-free sauce is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you're meal prepping or serving a cozy family dinner, this robust marinara sauce is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes (without added sugar)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 5

Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste until well combined.

Step 7

Add the dried oregano, basil, thyme, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to incorporate the spices evenly throughout the sauce.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot over your favorite paleo-friendly 'noodles', such as zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1447.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1521.6

Total Fat 110.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 3685.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 32.1g
Protein 86.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 277.3mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 3061.3mg	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: 62.9%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 15.1%