Whole30 Macaroni with Meat Sauce

Satisfy your comfort food cravings while staying Whole30 compliant with this hearty Whole30 Macaroni with Meat Sauce! This deliciously wholesome dish features tender grain-free pasta—like cassava flour pasta—tossed in a rich, savory meat sauce made with grass-fed ground beef, no-sugar-added crushed tomatoes, and aromatic garlic and onions. Seasoned with dried herbs, a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, and fresh basil for a burst of flavor, this recipe is both nourishing and crave-worthy. Optional nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, umami touch without compromising your dietary goals. Ready in under 45 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it up for a comforting, guilt-free pasta night!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz grain-free pasta (such as cassava flour pasta)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lb ground beef (grass-fed preferred)
• 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes (no sugar added)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste (no sugar added)
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (for a cheesy flavor, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the grain-free pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and saute until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir well and let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Adjust the seasoning to taste, if necessary.

Step 8

Once the sauce has thickened slightly, remove from heat. Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves.

Step 9

Serve the cooked pasta on plates, topped with the meat sauce. Sprinkle with nutritional yeast if using.

Step 10

Enjoy your Whole30 compliant meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1831.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2272.8

Total Fat 104.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 4639.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.7g	0%
Total Sugars 37.6g
Protein 109.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 378.4mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 4718.9mg	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: 41.2%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 39.5%