Veggie Garden Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

This vibrant and flavorful spaghetti sauce bursts with garden-fresh goodness! A delicious blend of savory beef, zucchini, and ripe tomatoes simmered to perfection. Get ready for a taste of summer in every bite! #spaghettisauce #veggiesauce #homecooking #easyrecipe #comfortfood #italianfood

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 298.4 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Veggie Garden Spaghetti Sauce

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How to Make Veggie Garden Spaghetti Sauce

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté until the onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add 2 medium zucchini, chopped, and cook until slightly softened (about 5 minutes).
  4. Drain 1 (28 ounce) can of stewed tomatoes to remove excess liquid.
  5. Puree the drained stewed tomatoes using an immersion blender or in a regular blender until smooth.
  6. Add 6 tablespoons of tomato paste to the pureed tomatoes and blend until well combined.
  7. Pour the tomato mixture into the pot with the beef and zucchini.
  8. Stir in 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon sugar, and salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour for a richer flavor. Stir occasionally.
  10. Serve over your favorite pasta and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan or Romano cheese.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

24g

Carbs

6g