Low Carb Classic Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Savor the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine with this **Low Carb Classic Spaghetti with Meat Sauce**, a wholesome twist on a beloved favorite. Perfect for keto and low-carb diners, this recipe swaps traditional pasta for tender zucchini noodles (zoodles), delivering a satisfying dish that's both hearty and health-conscious. Featuring a robust tomato-based meat sauce infused with garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, and a hint of red pepper flakes, the flavors are irresistibly bold and well-balanced. Ready in just under an hour, this dish is topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and vibrant basil leaves for an elegant finish. Ideal for family dinners or date nights, this low-carb spaghetti recipe proves you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying the timeless comfort of spaghetti night.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 4 medium Zucchini (for zoodles)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 10 Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Season the beef with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken. Stir occasionally.
While the sauce is simmering, prepare the zucchini noodles (zoodles). Use a spiralizer or julienne peeler to create long, thin noodles from the zucchinis.
In a separate large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the zoodles to the skillet and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they are just tender but still firm to the bite. Do not overcook as they can become watery.
Remove the zucchini noodles from the heat and divide them into individual plates or a large serving platter.
Top the zoodles with the meat sauce.
Sprinkle each serving with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low carb classic spaghetti with meat sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1826 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 124.7 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.4 g | 227% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 341 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 4406 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.9 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.2 g | ||
| Protein | 115.1 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 939 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 22.1 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 6126 mg | 130% | |
*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.
