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Instant Pot Spaghetti Meat Sauce (Paleo, Whole30)

Last Updated on August 24, 2020 by Jean Choi 8 Comments

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Delicious and easy Instant Pot spaghetti meat sauce that’s comforting and kid-friendly as well. Make it paleo and Whole30 by serving it over zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash!

Instant pot spaghetti meat sauce served in a dish

A yummy meat sauce always takes me right back to my childhood. It’s hearty, flavorful, and so comforting, and it’s just a classic staple for many families. Traditional meat sauce can take a long time to make on the stovetop and for the flavors to build. However, with this easy Instant Pot meat sauce recipe, you can make a big batch all at once and have a delicious meal in no time.

Instant Pot Spaghetti Meat Sauce Recipe

I love that using the Instant Pot makes this paleo and Whole30 meat sauce recipe a set-it-and-forget-it meal. You just need a bit of prep time, then the pressure cooker will do most of the work for you. It also has a good amount of veggies in it, but even my 11-month-old will gobble it up and ask for more! It’s kid-friendly, with a thick and comforting texture than anyone would love.

Paleo spaghetti meat sauce cooked in the Instant Pot

How to Make Paleo Spaghetti Meat Sauce in the Instant Pot

After some sautéing and browning, this paleo meat sauce recipe takes just 20 minutes of cook time in the Instant Pot. It’s easy, simple and quick, with ingredients you probably have in your kitchen already!

  1. Cook the aromatics. Turn a 6-qt Instant Pot on SAUTÉ and add ghee, onion, carrot, and celery. Cook stirring until the onions are translucent.
  2. Brown the meat. Add mild Italian sausage and ground beef, and cook for 7-8 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in tomato paste, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Turn off the Instant Pot, and stir in crushed tomatoes from a can.
  5. Cook on Manual HIGH for 20 minutes, then release pressure naturally.
  6. Open the lid, and serve immediately garnished with chopped parsley or basil!

This easy Instant Pot meat sauce will yield about 6 cups, which will be about 8 generous servings. It’ll be perfectly thick and chunky if you follow the instructions.

Whole30 meat sauce recipe served on 2 plates over spaghetti squash

If Your Paleo Spaghetti Meat Sauce Gets a “Burn” Notice in the Instant Pot…

You may get a burn notice with this Whole30 meat sauce recipe if you use an 8-qt Instant Pot (I use a 6-qt), or if the brand of your crushed tomatoes are thicker in consistency. If this happens, you can add some beef or chicken broth to thin out the mixture right before pressure cooking.

If Your Sauce is Too Thin…

This may happen if you had to add broth to your sauce to get the Instant Pot to come to pressure. If you want to thicken it to you liking, once your meat sauce is done cooking, turn on the Instant Pot on to SAUTÉ with the lid off. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until reduced and thickened.

close up shot of Instant pot pasta meat sauce

What to Serve with This Paleo Meat Sauce Recipe

This Instant Pot pasta meat sauce is, of course, delicious with pasta or gluten free pasta.

However, to keep it paleo and Whole30, you can serve it over:

  • zucchini noodles
  • spaghetti squash
  • stuffed into potatoes or sweet potatoes
  • cauliflower rice
  • roasted veggies

If you enjoyed this paleo & Whole30 meat sauce recipe, you might also like…

  • Instant Pot Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (Paleo, Whole30)
  • Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore (Paleo, Whole30, Keto)
  • Paleo Gnocchi Bolognese
  • Paleo Shrimp Alfredo with Artichokes Hearts (Whole30, Keto, AIP)
  • Instant Pot Paleo Cauliflower Mushroom Risotto (Whole30, Vegan, AIP)

Instant Pot Spaghetti Meat Sauce (Paleo, Whole30)

Delicious and easy Instant Pot spaghetti meat sauce that's comforting and kid-friendly as well. Make it paleo and Whole30 by serving it over zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: easy instant pot meat sauce, instant pot past meat sauce, paleo instant pot recipes, paleo meat sauce recipe, paleo spaghetti meat sauce, whole30 instant pot recipes, whole30 meat sauce recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Instant Pot pressurizing & depressurizing time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings – makes about 6 cups
Calories: 390kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp ghee or your favorite cooking oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 large carrot diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 lb mild Italian sausage free of sugar and nitrates
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • IF NEEDED: beef or chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes
  • Fresh chopped Italian parsley or basil for garnish

Instructions

  • Turn on a 6-qt Instant Pot to "Sauté" setting, and add ghee to the pot.
  • Once it indicates that it's "hot," add onion, carrot, and celery and sauté for 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  • Add Italian sausage and ground beef, and cook stirring until mostly browned, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Add garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and stir for 1 minute.
  • Turn off the Instant Pot, and stir in crushed tomatoes.
  • Close the lid, make sure the pressure valve is set to Sealing, then cook on Manual HIGH for 20 minutes. *If you are using an 8 qt Instant Pot and/or you get a "burn" notice, you may need to add some broth so it comes to pressure.
  • Let the pressure release naturally until the lid slides open easily, about 15 minutes.
  • OPTIONAL: Mine turned out perfectly thick, but If you like your spaghetti meat sauce thicker, open the lid and set the Instant Pot to "Sauté" again. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened to your liking.
  • Garnish with chopped basil or parsley, and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Spaghetti Meat Sauce (Paleo, Whole30)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving (about 3/4 cup) – makes 8)
Calories 390 Calories from Fat 261
% Daily Value*
Fat 29g45%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 83mg28%
Sodium 629mg27%
Potassium 715mg20%
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 20g40%
Vitamin A 1604IU32%
Vitamin C 14mg17%
Calcium 79mg8%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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By Jean Choi | August 24, 2020

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  1. Carol Little R.H. @studiobotanica says

    August 31, 2020 at 6:38 pm

    5 stars
    I can’t wait to try this and want to roast a spaghetti squash to serve with it!

    Reply
  2. ChihYu says

    September 3, 2020 at 10:09 am

    5 stars
    Comfort food! The sauce is so hearty and delicious – all of the flavors go so well together! Love that it’s easy & quick to make in the Instant Pot!

    Reply
  3. Astrid says

    September 3, 2020 at 10:55 am

    5 stars
    Ahh nothing better than a plate of warm meat sauce with spaghetti squash. I don’t miss the pasta at all. I love the ingredients in this meat sauce. I am making this once it gets cooler outside. Loved it!

    Reply
  4. Kelly says

    September 3, 2020 at 11:17 am

    5 stars
    I can’t wait to make this for my family! We love a delicious, hearty sauce – this is outstanding!

    Reply
  5. Hope Pearce says

    September 3, 2020 at 7:19 pm

    5 stars
    So hearty and delicious, love the flavours! I’m all about comfort food at the moment 🙂

    Reply
  6. Megan Stevens says

    September 4, 2020 at 11:08 am

    5 stars
    One of my favorite comfort foods, just the right thickness, delicious! Thank you for this great staple!

    Reply
  7. Donny says

    September 5, 2020 at 3:24 pm

    5 stars
    This looks incredible. Italian sausage AND beef in one sauce is so brilliant!

    Reply
  8. Jen says

    September 6, 2020 at 5:47 am

    5 stars
    This is going to be a lifesaver in our fall menu routine — looks AMAZING! And, thanks for that “burn notice” tip . . . I am the queen of getting burn notices, so hopefully this will keep me out of trouble.

    Reply

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