Keto Fettuccine with Meat Sauce

Indulge in a hearty and healthy twist on a classic Italian favorite with this Keto Fettuccine with Meat Sauce recipe! Featuring tender zucchini noodles as a low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, this dish is perfectly paired with a rich, savory meat sauce made from ground beef, aromatic garlic, and a medley of herbs like oregano and basil. Simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes and a hint of red pepper flakes, the sauce is a flavorful complement to the light and delicate zucchini fettuccine. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan and garnished with vibrant basil leaves, this keto-friendly meal is gluten-free, packed with nutrients, and ready in just 45 minutes. Perfect for anyone looking for a guilt-free comfort food option that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 15 ounces crushed tomatoes, canned
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0 fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Use a spiralizer to turn the zucchini into fettuccine-style noodles. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon for about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and set the beef aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 6

Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet with the sauce. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for another 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 7

In a separate skillet, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes with a pinch of salt, just until tender but not mushy.

Step 8

To serve, place zucchini noodles on a plate and top generously with meat sauce. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Step 9

Enjoy your Keto Fettuccine with Meat Sauce immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1576.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1855.6

Total Fat 129.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 333.1mg	0%
Sodium 7134.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 60.8g
Protein 98.2g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 516.1mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 3641.0mg	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: 61.7%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 17.5%