Low Carb Classic Alfredo Pasta
Satisfy your pasta cravings while staying low-carb with this irresistible Low Carb Classic Alfredo Pasta. Featuring tender zucchini noodles swirled in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce made with real butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, this recipe offers all the indulgence of traditional Alfredo while swapping out the carbs for nutrient-packed zucchini. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, a hint of crushed red pepper flakes, and a touch of black pepper, this keto-friendly dish is ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or guilt-free comfort food. Serve this luscious zucchini noodle Alfredo with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan for a restaurant-quality finish that’s as satisfying as it is healthy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing the zucchini noodles. Using a spiralizer, slice the zucchinis into thin noodle-like strands. Set aside.
2. Mince the garlic cloves finely. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
4. Add the spiralized zucchini to the skillet and toss gently, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until they are slightly tender yet still crisp. Remove from heat and set aside.
5. In a separate saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese gradually, continuing to stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
8. Return the zucchini noodles to the skillet and pour the Alfredo sauce over the noodles, tossing gently to combine.
9. Continue to cook on low heat for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring the zucchini noodles are well-coated with the sauce.
10. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1670 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.7 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.4 g | 397% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 8360 mg | 363% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.0 g | ||
| Protein | 38.6 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 988 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1316 mg | 28% | |
*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.
