Mediterranean Diet Fettuccine with Meat Sauce
Elevate your weeknight pasta routine with this hearty and flavorful Mediterranean Diet Fettuccine with Meat Sauce! Combining tender fettuccine noodles, lean ground beef, and an irresistibly savory tomato-based sauce loaded with fresh vegetables like zucchini and red bell pepper, this dish strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and wholesome eating. Infused with aromatics such as garlic and onion and Mediterranean staples like oregano, basil, and crushed red pepper flakes, every bite is bursting with robust, herbaceous flavors. The recipe is finished with a sprinkle of parsley and Parmesan cheese for a delectable and customized twist. Ready in under an hour and serving four, this Mediterranean-inspired pasta dish is ideal for busy evenings or relaxed family dinners. Perfect for anyone looking to embrace healthy, nutrient-rich cuisine without compromising on mouthwatering taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the diced red bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the tomato paste and stir well to combine, cooking for 2 minutes.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and add the oregano, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Stir in the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
Toss the cooked fettuccine with the meat sauce, ensuring the pasta is well-coated.
Serve the fettuccine garnished with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Fettuccine with Meat Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2800 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 94.2 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.1 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 2617 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 334.2 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.2 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.5 g | ||
| Protein | 169.4 g | 339% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 786 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 4102 mg | 87% | |
*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.
