Whole30 Bowtie Pasta with Meat Sauce
Savor the hearty flavors of a classic Italian dish with a healthy Whole30 twist in this "Whole30 Bowtie Pasta with Meat Sauce." This recipe swaps traditional pasta for zucchini zoodles, creating a nutritious and gluten-free base that perfectly complements the rich, savory meat sauce. Made with ground beef, aromatic onions and garlic, and a robust tomato sauce infused with herbs like basil and oregano, this dish is brimming with bold flavors. Lightly cooked zoodles mimic the fun texture of bowtie pasta, while the finished plate is garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 50 minutes, this recipe is a satisfying and compliant option for anyone following a Whole30 lifestyle, offering a wholesome and delicious alternative to a traditional comfort food favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium, chopped Onion
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 14 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Cracked black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
Instructions
Start by preparing the zucchini noodles (zoodles) as a Whole30 compliant alternative to pasta. Use a spiralizer on the medium setting to make zoodles that resemble bowtie pasta. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it's no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles with a spatula, about 6-7 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent. Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the tomato paste with the onions and garlic until well combined.
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir well and bring the sauce to a simmer.
Once the sauce is simmering, return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the sauce is simmering, heat a separate large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the zoodles and cook them for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally.
To serve, divide the zoodles among serving plates. Top with a generous portion of meat sauce.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 112.1 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.1 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 9464 mg | 411% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.2 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.2 g | ||
| Protein | 93.7 g | 187% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 4829 mg | 103% | |
*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.
