High Protein Rotini Pasta with Meat Sauce

Fuel your day with this hearty and flavorful High Protein Rotini Pasta with Meat Sauce, a perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and robust taste. Featuring high-protein rotini pasta and lean ground beef, this dish offers a nutritious twist on a classic comfort food. The savory meat sauce is simmered to perfection with fragrant garlic, fresh red bell pepper, and bold Italian herbs like oregano and basil, creating a symphony of flavors. Topped with fresh parsley and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this protein-packed pasta is both satisfying and nourishing. Ready in just 45 minutes and ideal for meal prep, this dish is a family-friendly dinner winner that elevates your pasta night with a boost of protein and vibrant flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz High protein rotini pasta
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 lb Lean ground beef (95% lean)
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 Red bell pepper, chopped
• 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried basil
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and chopped red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 4

Add lean ground beef to the skillet. Cook the beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet, and cook the sauce for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked rotini pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the meat sauce.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Gently toss to incorporate.

Step 9

Serve the high protein rotini pasta hot, with extra Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1966.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2289.8

Total Fat 79.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 402.9mg	0%
Sodium 4450.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.0g	0%
Total Sugars 52.0g
Protein 195.8g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 915.4mg	0%
Iron 29.9mg	0%
Potassium 5652.3mg	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: 31.4%

Protein: 34.2%

Carbs: 34.5%