Low Fat Pasta with Ground Beef
Satisfy your pasta cravings guilt-free with this flavorful Low Fat Pasta with Ground Beef recipe, a perfect balance of hearty and healthy! This dish features nutrient-packed whole-grain spaghetti paired with lean ground beef and a medley of diced vegetables, including zucchini, red bell pepper, and onions, for a vibrant and wholesome touch. Coated in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with Italian seasoning, garlic, and fresh herbs, it delivers classic comfort food taste without excess fat. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, offering a protein-rich and fiber-filled meal that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing. Top it off with freshly grated parmesan for a hint of indulgence, and enjoy a bowl of pasta that’s both delicious and health-conscious! Perfect for those searching for healthy pasta recipes, low fat dinner ideas, or high-protein meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole-grain spaghetti
- 8 ounces lean ground beef (95% lean)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 whole medium onion, diced
- 1 whole red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
While the water is heating, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet, cooking until it becomes translucent, about 4 minutes.
Add the garlic, red bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet, cooking for another 4-5 minutes until they start to soften.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the ground beef. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
Once the beef is browned, mix in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
Fold the fresh basil and parsley into the beef sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Toss the drained spaghetti into the skillet with the sauce, ensuring the pasta is completely coated. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately, topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.6 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 2338 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.9 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.9 g | ||
| Protein | 107.9 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 925 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 3477 mg | 74% | |
*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.
