A delicious pasta sauce packed with hidden vegetables, perfect for a nutritious family meal.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Use a wooden spoon to break the beef into small, even pieces for better texture.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and softened.
Cook the onions until translucent for a sweeter flavor.
Add the diced zucchini and grated carrot to the skillet, cooking until slightly softened.
Grating the carrot helps it cook faster and blend into the sauce.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, salsa, cumin, spinach, and swiss chard. Bring to a simmer.
Simmering allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and mix well. Let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
The longer you simmer, the richer the flavor becomes.
Serve the sauce over cooked pasta and garnish with fresh parsley and shredded cheese.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta or zoodles.
