Low Carb Cheesy Ground Meat Pasta

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food makeover with this Low Carb Cheesy Ground Meat Pasta, a wholesome and satisfying dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinner cravings. This recipe swaps traditional pasta for zucchini noodles (zoodles), offering a delicious low-carb alternative while maintaining all the rich, cheesy goodness you love. Juicy, seasoned ground beef is paired with a luxurious blend of cream cheese, heavy cream, shredded cheddar, and Parmesan, creating a velvety, flavorful sauce that clings to every strand of zoodles. With aromatic sautéed onions, garlic, and a touch of oregano, this irresistible skillet meal is ready in just 40 minutes and is brimming with fresh basil for a pop of herbaceous flavor. Easy, keto-friendly, and irresistibly cheesy, this dish is guaranteed to be a new family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 4 cups zucchini noodles (zoodles)
• 4 ounces, softened cream cheese
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 7 minutes.

Step 5

Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary.

Step 6

Lower the heat and add the cream cheese and heavy cream. Stir until the cream cheese melts and forms a smooth sauce.

Step 7

Add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring constantly until melted and well incorporated.

Step 8

Season the meat sauce with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

In a separate skillet, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until just tender. Avoid overcooking to maintain firmness.

Step 10

Combine the zucchini noodles with the meat and cheese sauce, stirring to coat the zoodles evenly.

Step 11

Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the dish and fold in freshly chopped basil.

Step 12

Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1343.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2609.2

Total Fat 218.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 699.0mg	0%
Sodium 2797.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.6g
Protein 126.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1299.6mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 2426.5mg	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: 74.6%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 6.1%