Low Carb Linguine with Tomato Sauce
Indulge in a guilt-free pasta night with this vibrant Low Carb Linguine with Tomato Sauce—an irresistible twist on a classic Italian favorite. Featuring zucchini "zoodles" instead of traditional linguine, this recipe makes healthy eating both effortless and delicious. Fresh cherry tomatoes, garlic, and tomato paste come together to create a rich and flavorful sauce, perfectly seasoned with a dash of red pepper flakes and aromatic basil. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights, serving up plenty of wholesome goodness without the carb overload. Topped with optional Parmesan cheese for a burst of savory elegance, it's a light yet satisfying meal that your whole family will love. Perfect for keto, low-carb, or gluten-free lifestyles, this recipe is proof that healthy cooking doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Basil, fresh, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchinis. Using a spiralizer, turn the zucchinis into noodles (zoodles) and set aside on a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften and break down.
Stir in the tomato paste, mixing well with the tomatoes. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Add the chopped fresh basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and simmer for an additional 3 minutes until the sauce has slightly thickened.
In a separate large skillet over medium-high heat, add the zucchini noodles, cooking for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently until they are tender but still firm (al dente).
Toss the cooked zucchini noodles with the tomato sauce to coat them evenly.
Serve immediately, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.3 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.3 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 10482 mg | 456% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.4 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.3 g | ||
| Protein | 62.3 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1715 mg | 132% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 3381 mg | 72% | |
*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.
