Low Carb Penne Pasta with Marinara Sauce
Satisfy your pasta cravings without the carbs with this vibrant Low Carb Penne Pasta with Marinara Sauce! This recipe swaps traditional penne for fresh zucchini noodles, creating a light and nutritious alternative that's perfect for keto or gluten-free diets. The homemade marinara sauce shines with bold flavors from garlic, onion, crushed tomatoes, and a fragrant blend of oregano and basil, all simmered to perfection. A touch of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves elevate the dish, adding an irresistible finishing touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this guilt-free, veggie-packed meal is bound to become your go-to for Italian-inspired comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 medium Onion
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Start by preparing the zucchini noodles. Use a spiralizer to create zoodles from the zucchini and set them aside.
Finely chop the garlic cloves and the onion.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and onion, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Mix in the dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the sauce is simmering, place another skillet over medium heat. Add a small drizzle of olive oil if needed, and sauté the zucchini noodles for about 5 minutes until just tender. Be careful not to overcook them as they can become mushy.
Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the zucchini noodles on plates and top with the marinara sauce.
Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
941 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.9 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 10996 mg | 478% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.9 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.8 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 633 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 5034 mg | 107% | |
*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.
