Keto Pasta with Sausage
Indulge in a hearty yet guilt-free meal with this Keto Pasta with Sausage recipe, a delicious low-carb twist on classic Italian comfort food. Featuring spiralized zucchini noodles for a light, nutritious base, this dish is brought to life with savory Italian sausage, rich heavy cream, and a generous sprinkle of parmesan cheese. A touch of garlic and red pepper flakes adds depth and warmth to the creamy sauce, while fresh basil brightens up every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this keto-friendly dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, delivering bold flavors without compromising your dietary goals. Whether you’re embracing keto or simply looking for a wholesome meal, this zucchini pasta is a satisfying choice that’s both nourishing and irresistible.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil
Instructions
Use a spiralizer to turn the zucchini into noodles. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into smaller pieces, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
While the sausage is cooking, mince the garlic.
Once the sausage is cooked, add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low, and add the heavy cream to the skillet. Stir to combine with the sausage and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the sauce.
Gently add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing them in the creamy sausage sauce for about 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle fresh basil on top.
Serve the keto pasta immediately, ensuring each serving has plenty of sausage and sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3051 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.2 g | 313% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.5 g | 518% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 647 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 13977 mg | 608% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.2 g | ||
| Protein | 109.3 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 668 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 3635 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.
