Low Carb Fettuccine with Meat Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and guilt-free **Low Carb Fettuccine with Meat Sauce**! Perfect for anyone embracing a low-carb lifestyle, this recipe swaps traditional pasta for tender zucchini noodles, expertly spiralized and lightly sautéed for a delightful al dente texture. The rich, hearty meat sauce is made with ground beef, aromatic garlic, and onions, all simmered in a robust blend of tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and Italian herbs like oregano and basil. With just 45 minutes from prep to plate, this dish is a breeze to make and ideal for busy schedules. Finish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for an optional creamy touch, and enjoy a wholesome, keto-friendly meal that satisfies without sacrificing flavor. **Low-carb dinner**, **zucchini noodles**, and **meat sauce recipe**—this dish checks all the boxes for taste and nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 15 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup, grated (optional) Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Start by preparing the zucchini noodles. Using a spiralizer, slice the zucchini into fettuccine-sized strips. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until the beef is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
In a separate pan, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, or until they are just tender. Be careful not to overcook as they can become mushy.
Serve the zucchini noodles topped with the meat sauce.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1976 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.2 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.6 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 343 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 9164 mg | 398% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.8 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.0 g | ||
| Protein | 99.9 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 567 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 4046 mg | 86% | |
*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.
