Low Carb Pasta Shells with Tomato Sauce
Indulge in a comforting Italian-inspired dish without straying from your low-carb lifestyle with our **Low Carb Pasta Shells with Tomato Sauce** recipe. Featuring pasta shells made from almond flour or other healthy low-carb alternatives, this meal is the perfect way to enjoy the flavors you love while staying mindful of your diet. A rich, homemade tomato sauce takes center stage, bursting with the robust flavors of garlic, onion, dried oregano, and basil, with a hint of optional chili flakes for a touch of heat. Simmered to perfection and paired with the tender, al dente pasta, this dish is a quick and satisfying option for weeknight dinners. Top it off with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fragrant basil leaves for an irresistible finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this low-carb recipe is a winning combination of simplicity and flavor that serves up comfort in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Low-carb pasta shells (made from almond flour or other low-carb alternative)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 0.5 tsp Chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat for the pasta.
While waiting for the water to boil, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for another minute to enhance the flavor.
Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
Once the water is boiling, add the low-carb pasta shells and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta once cooked.
Toss the drained pasta shells with the tomato sauce and mix until well-coated.
Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Enjoy your low-carb pasta shells with tomato sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.6 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1331 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.1 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 847 mg | 18% | |
*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.
