Paleo Macaroni with Tomato Sauce
Satisfy your cravings for comfort food without compromising your paleo lifestyle with this easy and wholesome Paleo Macaroni with Tomato Sauce recipe! Instead of traditional pasta, tender spiralized sweet potato noodles serve as a nutrient-rich, gluten-free base, perfectly paired with a vibrant homemade sauce. This rich tomato sauce is simmered with crushed tomatoes, garlic, and onions, infused with aromatic oregano and basil for an irresistible depth of flavor. Fresh spinach adds a burst of color and nutrition, while a garnish of fragrant basil ties it all together. Ready in under an hour, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, offering a clean-eating twist on a classic favorite. Keywords: Paleo Macaroni, Sweet Potato Pasta, Tomato Sauce Recipe, Gluten-Free Comfort Food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 can (28 ounces) Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Begin by peeling the sweet potatoes and spiraling them into noodles using a spiralizer. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Add these to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the fresh spinach to the tomato sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.
In a separate skillet, add a splash of olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add the sweet potato noodles and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender but not too soft.
Combine the cooked sweet potato noodles with the tomato sauce, tossing gently to coat.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2697 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.9 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2317 mg | 49% | |
*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.
