Keto Fettuccine with Meat Sauce
Dive into a hearty, low-carb delight with this Keto Fettuccine with Meat Sauce recipe that transforms traditional comfort food into a guilt-free feast. Featuring tender zucchini noodles as a wholesome pasta alternative, this dish is perfect for keto enthusiasts and anyone seeking a healthy twist on classic fettuccine. The robust meat sauce, crafted with savory ground beef, aromatic onion, and garlic, simmers to perfection with crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a medley of Italian seasonings like oregano and basil. With each bite, enjoy the richness of Parmesan cheese and the freshness of basil for a dish that’s brimming with flavor without the carbs. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving 4, this easy recipe balances indulgence and nutrition, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Keywords: keto pasta, zucchini noodles, meat sauce recipe, low-carb dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes, canned
- 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
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Use a spiralizer to turn the zucchini into fettuccine-style noodles. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon for about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and set the beef aside.
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a simmer.
Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet with the sauce. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for another 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
In a separate skillet, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes with a pinch of salt, just until tender but not mushy.
To serve, place zucchini noodles on a plate and top generously with meat sauce. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Enjoy your Keto Fettuccine with Meat Sauce immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1856 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 129.2 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.9 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 333 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 7134 mg | 310% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.8 g | ||
| Protein | 98.2 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 516 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 3641 mg | 77% | |
*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.
