Low Carb Savory Pasta with Ground Meat
Indulge guilt-free with this hearty and flavorful Low Carb Savory Pasta with Ground Meat, a delicious twist on a classic comfort food. Made with zucchini noodles instead of traditional pasta, this recipe offers a keto-friendly and gluten-free alternative that's packed with nutrients. A robust meat sauce featuring ground beef or turkey, aromatic garlic and onion, rich tomato paste, and fragrant Italian seasoning pairs perfectly with the tender zucchini noodles. Finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a garnish of fragrant basil, this dish delivers bold flavors in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, this healthy low-carb dinner option is perfect for busy weeknight meals while satisfying your craving for pasta without the carbs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sized Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Ground beef or turkey
- 1 small Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 15 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 handful Fresh basil
Instructions
Begin by preparing the zucchini noodles. Use a spiralizer to create noodles from the zucchinis. Set aside on a clean kitchen towel to absorb excess moisture.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey, and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes.
While the meat is browning, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Once the meat is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside, leaving any rendered fat in the pan. If using lean meat, you may need to add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
Add the onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes more.
Add the tomato paste to the pan and cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, and add the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Return the cooked meat to the skillet and mix into the sauce. Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally.
While the sauce is simmering, in another pan over medium heat, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Do not overcook.
To serve, plate the zucchini noodles and spoon the meat sauce over the top.
Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and torn fresh basil leaves.
Serve immediately and enjoy this savory, low-carb pasta dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.9 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.3 g | 251% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 407 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 10539 mg | 458% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.2 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.2 g | ||
| Protein | 109.2 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 839 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 4443 mg | 95% | |
*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.
