Low Sodium Fettuccine with Meat Sauce
Satisfy your pasta cravings without the extra sodium with this hearty and flavorful Low Sodium Fettuccine with Meat Sauce. Featuring tender fettuccine noodles and a rich, savory sauce made with lean ground beef, no-salt-added diced tomatoes, and a medley of fresh vegetables like red bell peppers and carrots, this recipe is perfect for anyone watching their sodium intake. Simple yet satisfying, the sauce is seasoned with fragrant dried herbs like oregano and basil, while fresh parsley adds a final touch of brightness. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an easy, healthy dinner option that doesn’t compromise on taste. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan (optional) for the perfect finishing flourish and serve this Italian-inspired dish to delight your family or guests. Ideal for low-sodium diet plans, this recipe proves that healthy eating can still be delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Lean ground beef
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 cups No-salt-added diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Carrot, peeled and grated
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then add the fettuccine pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
Add the lean ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. This should take about 6-8 minutes.
Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, diced red bell pepper, and grated carrot to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the chopped parsley.
To serve, place a portion of fettuccine on a plate and top with the meat sauce. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium fettuccine with meat sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 84.8 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 328 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 1313 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.5 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.4 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.9 g | ||
| Protein | 167.5 g | 335% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 854 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1882 mg | 40% | |
*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.
