Low Carb Penne Pasta with Creamy Sauce
Transform your pasta night with this irresistible Low Carb Penne Pasta with Creamy Sauce! This recipe swaps traditional pasta for zucchini noodles, creating a lighter, keto-friendly twist that doesn’t skimp on flavor. The decadently creamy sauce combines heavy cream, Parmesan, and cream cheese, infused with sautéed garlic and a touch of spice from red pepper flakes. Juicy cherry tomatoes and fresh basil brighten the dish, while the zucchini noodles remain perfectly al dente for a satisfying bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy low-carb pasta alternative is perfect for weeknight dinners or a guilt-free indulgence. Try this dish today and savor a healthier take on comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles from the zucchini. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Lower the heat and add the heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine.
Add zucchini noodles to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the noodles are slightly tender but still firm to retain their low carb quality.
Add cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they're slightly soft.
Garnish with torn basil leaves and serve immediately, enjoy your low carb penne pasta with creamy sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.0 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.8 g | 424% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 399 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 9404 mg | 409% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.3 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 717 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2274 mg | 48% | |
*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.
