Daikon Carbonara

Transform your pasta night with this low-carb, gluten-free Daikon Carbonara! This inventive twist on the Italian classic swaps traditional pasta for spiralized daikon radish, creating a lighter, nutrient-packed base that perfectly absorbs the creamy, savory sauce. Crisp pancetta, fragrant garlic, and a luscious blend of egg yolks, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream ensure every bite delivers indulgent flavor without the carb overload. A quick blanch keeps the daikon noodles tender yet firm, while the silky sauce comes together effortlessly in under 20 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of brightness, this keto-friendly dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing meal that's both wholesome and satisfying. Keywords: low-carb carbonara, daikon noodles, healthy Italian recipes, keto-friendly pasta alternative, gluten-free dinner recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large (about 1.5 pounds) Daikon radish
• 3 large Egg yolks
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Heavy cream
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 4 ounces (diced) Pancetta or bacon
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the daikon radish, then spiralize it into noodles using a spiralizer. Alternatively, slice it into thin julienne strips if a spiralizer is unavailable.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and blanch the daikon noodles for 1-2 minutes until slightly tender but still firm (al dente). Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced pancetta or bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the pancetta with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low. Return the daikon noodles to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic and rendered fat. Gradually pour the egg yolk mixture over the noodles, stirring constantly to avoid scrambling the eggs. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the noodles.

Step 7

Stir in the cooked pancetta and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Transfer to serving plates and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve immediately for best results.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(970.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1378.0

Total Fat 119.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 743.1mg	0%
Sodium 5478.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 26.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 12.7g
Protein 57.5g	0%

Vitamin D 54.9IU	0%
Calcium 1142.9mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1889.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.1%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 7.6%