Soy-Free Tomato Meat Sauce

Discover the perfect blend of hearty and wholesome with this Soy-Free Tomato Meat Sauce, a versatile dinner staple made entirely free of soy-based products. Crafted with juicy ground beef (or your choice of turkey or pork), aromatic garlic, and Italian-inspired herbs like basil and oregano, this robust sauce gets its rich depth of flavor from unsweetened crushed tomatoes and a splash of soy-free broth. Simmered to perfection in just 40 minutes, this recipe creates a velvety texture that pairs seamlessly with pasta, zucchini noodles, or roasted vegetables. Sprinkle on freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish, and enjoy a gluten-free, soy-free, and family-friendly meal that’s as flavorful as it is comforting. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (or ground pork/ground turkey for variation)
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (unsweetened, no added soy)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth (or chicken broth, ensure soy-free)
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

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 3-4 minutes, until softened and slightly translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no pink remains, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth, and mix until combined.

Step 6

Add the dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer gently for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it with a little more broth or water.

Step 9

Serve the sauce hot over your choice of pasta, zucchini noodles, or use it as a topping for baked vegetables. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1678.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1731.5

Total Fat 121.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 362.9mg	0%
Sodium 3667.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 44.4g
Protein 94.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 332.2mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 4227.3mg	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: 61.3%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 17.5%