Whole30 Lamb Ragu

Discover a hearty and flavorful twist on classic Italian comfort food with this Whole30 Lamb Ragu recipe. Perfectly seasoned ground lamb is simmered with a medley of aromatic vegetables, crushed tomatoes, and fresh herbs to create a rich, savory sauce that’s entirely gluten-free, dairy-free, and Paleo-friendly. Served over tender zucchini noodles, this dish offers a low-carb, Whole30-compliant alternative to traditional pasta, making it equally satisfying and guilt-free. With hints of garlic, thyme, and a splash of red wine vinegar for depth, every bite is bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors. Whether you’re meal-prepping or preparing a wholesome weeknight dinner, this lamb ragu is sure to elevate your culinary repertoire while keeping things light, nutritious, and irresistibly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground lamb
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 24 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 cups zucchini noodles
• 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground lamb and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the lamb with a slotted spoon and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 8 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 6

Return the browned lamb to the skillet and stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and red wine vinegar.

Step 7

Add the fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt and pepper.

Step 11

While the ragu is simmering, prepare the zucchini noodles by either spiralizing them or buying pre-cut, and briefly sautéing them in a separate pan just until tender, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 12

Serve the lamb ragu over the zucchini noodles and garnish with fresh chopped basil.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2208.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1925.4

Total Fat 120.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.0g
Cholesterol 435.4mg	0%
Sodium 4467.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.6g	0%
Total Sugars 48.9g
Protein 130.2g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 540.1mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 5657.2mg	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: 55.8%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 17.4%