Keto Classic Red Sauce Pasta
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine with a healthy twist in our Keto Classic Red Sauce Pasta recipe! Crafted for those following a low-carb diet, this dish swaps traditional pasta for tender zucchini noodles, keeping it fresh and carb-friendly. The star of this recipe is the rich, aromatic red sauce made from crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, fresh garlic, and a blend of dried herbs like oregano and basil, with a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. Simmered to perfection, this sauce coats the zucchini noodles beautifully, delivering all the bold flavors of classic pasta without the guilt. Finished with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, this easy-to-make keto meal is a hearty, flavorful dinner idea that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 cup Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh basil
Instructions
Start by making the zucchini noodles. Use a spiralizer to create noodles from the zucchini and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, ensuring everything is well combined.
Add dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the sauce, stirring to mix thoroughly.
Allow the sauce to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
While the sauce simmers, heat another skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of olive oil if necessary. Sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes, until they are just tender, then remove from heat.
Once the sauce has thickened, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the zucchini noodles topped with the red sauce. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over each serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped basil and enjoy your Keto Classic Red Sauce Pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.6 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 9000 mg | 391% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.9 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 665 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2638 mg | 56% | |
*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.
