Low Carb Pink Sauce Pasta
Indulge in a guilt-free pasta night with this Low Carb Pink Sauce Pasta, a wholesome twist on the classic comfort dish. Featuring zucchini noodles as a light and nutritious alternative to traditional pasta, this recipe combines the creamy richness of heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and crushed tomatoes to create a luscious pink sauce bursting with flavor. Seasoned with aromatic garlic, dried basil, and just the right hint of spice from red pepper flakes, this dish is perfect for health-conscious foodies seeking a keto-friendly or low-carb option. Quick to prepare in under 35 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinners alike. Finish off with fresh basil for a vibrant garnish and savor every bite of this satisfying pasta-like experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Begin by spiralizing the zucchinis to create zucchini noodles. Set them aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Add crushed tomatoes to the skillet, stir well, and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to deepen the flavor.
Reduce the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Let the sauce cook for another 3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Add the parmesan cheese, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
In a separate pan, quickly sauté the zucchini noodles over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until slightly tender but still firm.
Gently mix the zucchini noodles into the pink sauce, ensuring they are well coated.
Serve immediately and garnish with fresh basil leaves for a burst of fresh flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.5 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.8 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 329 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 9380 mg | 408% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.6 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.6 g | ||
| Protein | 42.9 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1085 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2276 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.
