Low Sodium Pasta with Ground Meat and Vegetables
Elevate your everyday dinner routine with this flavorful and heart-healthy "Low Sodium Pasta with Ground Meat and Vegetables" recipe. Perfect for those seeking a reduced-sodium option, this dish combines tender whole wheat pasta with extra-lean ground meat and an array of vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and diced onions. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, dried herbs, and a splash of olive oil, it delivers an irresistible blend of freshness and comfort. A rich tomato base ties everything together, while freshly chopped parsley adds a burst of color and flavor to the final presentation. Ready in just 45 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this guilt-free meal is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ideal for family dinners or meal prepping, it’s a satisfying and healthy choice you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 pound extra-lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 ounces low sodium diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions, omitting any salt. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground meat to the skillet. Cook until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced bell pepper and sliced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the low sodium diced tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, and black pepper.
Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine everything evenly.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.7 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 483 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.9 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.7 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 124.4 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 412 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 4225 mg | 90% | |
*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.
