Whole30 Spaghetti Meat Sauce

Savor the rich, wholesome flavors of this Whole30 Spaghetti Meat Sauce, a hearty, all-natural dish that aligns perfectly with your clean-eating goals. This recipe combines grass-fed ground beef, fragrant garlic, and freshly diced onions simmered in a luscious, tomato-based sauce crafted without any added sugar or preservatives. Seasoned with rustic dried herbs like basil and oregano, and finished with a hint of crushed red pepper for optional heat, this sauce is a deliciously guilt-free comfort food. Served over tender zucchini noodles or your favorite Whole30-compliant spaghetti substitute, it’s a nourishing, gluten-free dinner ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for meal prepping or a cozy family dinner, this dish offers bold flavor with zero compromise on health.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound Ground beef (100% grass-fed, if possible)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste (check ingredients for no added sugar)
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (28-ounce can, no added sugar or preservatives)
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 4 cups Zucchini noodles (or your preferred compliant Whole30 spaghetti substitute)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook and break it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, ensuring it browns evenly. Continue cooking until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, letting it incorporate with the beef and onions.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir thoroughly to combine.

Step 6

Add the dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

While the sauce is cooking, prepare your zucchini noodles or other Whole30-compliant spaghetti substitute according to package instructions or preference.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.

Step 10

Serve the meat sauce over prepared zucchini noodles and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2425.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1693.5

Total Fat 113.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 281.0mg	0%
Sodium 2825.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.9g	0%
Total Sugars 53.9g
Protein 90.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 399.6mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 5454.5mg	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: 58.4%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 20.9%