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Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Hamburger Helper

A homemade Hamburger Helper recipe that's gluten-free, dairy-free, and healthier than the store-bought boxed version. Healthy comfort food at its finest right here!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 422 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 medium-sized yellow or red onion chopped
  • 1 lb lean ground beef I use 90/10
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp sea salt to taste
  • ¼ tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1 (15-oz.) can full-fat canned coconut milk
  • 1 (8-oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1 to 2 Tbsp gluten-free all-purpose flour optional
  • 8 ounces gluten-free elbow noodles

Instructions

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  1. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Once the noodles are fully cooked (but still al dente), drain them in a colander, rinse them with cold water, and set them aside until ready to use.
  2. Heat the avocado oil in a large thick-bottomed pot (I use my Dutch oven) over medium-high heat. A very large skillet will work too. Add the onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  3. Transfer the ground beef to the pot, brown beef, and use a spatula to break it into smaller chunks. Stir in the garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the canned coconut milk and the tomato sauce into the pot and bring everything to a full boil. Stir in the gluten-free all-purpose flour and continue cooking the sauce for 8 to 10 minutes to allow it to thicken and become nice and flavorful.
  5. Stir in the cooked pasta noodles until everything is well-incorporated. If you’d like, you can stir in grated cheese.
  6. Serve the hamburger helper garnished with fresh parsley in bowls and enjoy!

Notes

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • If you're able to eat cheese, you can stir in 1 cup of grated mozzarella or parmesan cheese or any cheese you like.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Serving (of 6) Calories 422kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 22g (34%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 422

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Serving (of 6)
Calories 422kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 22g 34%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 6g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.