Low Carb Classic Pasta Carbonara
Experience the indulgent flavors of Italy with a healthy twist in this **Low Carb Classic Pasta Carbonara** recipe. Crafted with tender zucchini noodles, crispy pancetta, and a creamy Parmesan sauce, this dish delivers all the richness of traditional carbonara while keeping carbs in check. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, freshly ground black pepper, and a sprinkle of parsley, every bite is brimming with comfort and elegance. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan masterpiece is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing dinner guests. Whether you're following a keto lifestyle or simply seeking a lighter pasta alternative, this zucchini noodle carbonara is sure to satisfy without compromise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Zucchini (large)
- 150 grams Pancetta
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
- 4 pieces Egg yolks
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Wash the zucchini and trim the ends. Using a spiralizer, turn the zucchini into noodles. Set them aside on a clean towel to absorb excess moisture.
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the pancetta to the pan and cook until it becomes crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from heat and set aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Place the pan with the cooked pancetta back on low heat. Add the zucchini noodles and gently toss to combine for about 2 minutes to warm through.
Remove the pan from the heat again and quickly stir in the egg and cheese mixture, ensuring the heat from the zucchini noodles gently cooks the eggs without scrambling them. Toss continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the noodles, about 1-2 minutes.
Divide the zucchini carbonara among four plates and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately, with additional grated Parmesan and black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1487 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.7 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.5 g | 212% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 929 mg | 310% | |
| Sodium | 4518 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 79.1 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 879 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2796 mg | 59% | |
*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.
