Paleo Macaroni with Ground Beef
Indulge in a wholesome twist on a comfort food classic with this Paleo Macaroni with Ground Beef recipe! Featuring tender zucchini noodles as a low-carb, grain-free alternative to traditional pasta, this dish pairs perfectly with savory ground beef, sweet bell peppers, and aromatic garlic and onions. A hearty sauce made with canned diced tomatoes and fragrant Italian seasoning ties everything together, creating a flavorful, nourishing meal that's perfect for weeknights. Healthy, quick, and satisfying, this paleo-friendly dinner comes together in just 40 minutes from prep to plate, making it an easy go-to for anyone following a paleo or gluten-free diet. Garnished with fresh basil, it's a light yet filling recipe the whole family will enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups zucchini noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 small, diced bell pepper
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh basil
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the diced bell pepper and cook for an additional 3 minutes, until slightly softened.
Add the canned diced tomatoes along with their juices, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to reduce slightly.
While the beef mixture is simmering, in another skillet, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, until just tender. Avoid overcooking to prevent sogginess.
Add the cooked zucchini noodles to the beef skillet, stirring to coat the noodles with the sauce.
Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Serve hot and enjoy your Paleo-friendly macaroni with ground beef.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.9 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.9 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 309 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 2056 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.7 g | ||
| Protein | 89.2 g | 178% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 3485 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.
