Paleo Savory Minced Meat with Tomato Sauce

Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty, flavor-packed Paleo Savory Minced Meat with Tomato Sauce! Made with tender ground beef, aromatic garlic and onion, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrot and celery, this dish is simmered to perfection in a rich tomato sauce infused with oregano, basil, and a touch of balsamic vinegar. Coconut aminos add a subtle, umami depth while keeping it 100% Paleo-approved. Quick to prepare in under an hour, this one-pan recipe is perfect as a standalone meal or served over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice for a wholesome, low-carb twist. Healthy, satisfying, and bursting with bold flavors, this recipe is your go-to for a nourishing, gluten-free meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 medium carrot
• 2 pieces celery stalk
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon coconut aminos

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrot and thinly slice the celery stalks.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat until melted.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 5

Increase the heat slightly and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the meat is browned.

Step 6

Stir in the grated carrot and sliced celery, continuing to cook for an additional 3 minutes to allow the vegetables to soften.

Step 7

Add the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sea salt, and black pepper to the mixture.

Step 8

Combine well and bring to a simmer, then lower the heat.

Step 9

Add the balsamic vinegar and coconut aminos, stirring to incorporate all flavors.

Step 10

Cover and let the sauce simmer gently for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld together.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 12

Serve hot, either on its own or over a bed of zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice to keep it Paleo-friendly.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1302.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1631.9

Total Fat 117.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 331.9mg	0%
Sodium 3556.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 36.4g
Protein 94.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 288.0mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 3570.9mg	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: 62.8%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 14.8%