High Protein Rotini Pasta with Meat Sauce
Fuel your busy days with this hearty and delicious High Protein Rotini Pasta with Meat Sauce, boasting a perfect balance of nutrition and flavor. Made with high protein rotini pasta and lean ground beef, this dish is ideal for anyone seeking a protein-packed meal that doesn’t compromise on taste. A savory combination of sautéed garlic, onion, and red bell pepper infuses the robust tomato-based sauce with irresistible depth, while dried herbs like oregano and basil add a fragrant touch. Finished with fresh parsley and a generous sprinkling of Parmesan cheese, this comforting pasta dish is a quick and satisfying option, ready in just 45 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite for pasta lovers who want a wholesome twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz High protein rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 lb Lean ground beef (95% lean)
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Red bell pepper, chopped
- 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
Add minced garlic and chopped red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
Add lean ground beef to the skillet. Cook the beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet, and cook the sauce for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked rotini pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the meat sauce.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Gently toss to incorporate.
Serve the high protein rotini pasta hot, with extra Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2290 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.9 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 403 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 4450 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.6 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.0 g | 146% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.0 g | ||
| Protein | 195.8 g | 392% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 915 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 29.9 mg | 166% | |
| Potassium | 5652 mg | 120% | |
*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.
