Low Carb Cheesy Pasta Delight

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food makeover with our Low Carb Cheesy Pasta Delight! This quick and easy recipe swaps traditional pasta for tender zucchini noodles, creating a guilt-free, keto-friendly dish that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Coated in a rich, velvety cheese sauce featuring sharp cheddar and nutty Parmesan, these zoodles are elevated with garlic-infused olive oil, a touch of spice from red pepper flakes, and the fresh aroma of basil. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect low-carb dinner solution for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing addition to your meal prep routine. Whether you’re on a keto diet or simply seeking a healthier pasta alternative, this recipe combines creamy decadence with wholesome ingredients for a meal you won’t soon forget!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium Zucchini
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Use a spiralizer to turn the zucchini into zoodles. If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler or a mandoline slicer.

Step 2

Place the zucchini noodles on a clean towel and gently press to remove excess moisture. This helps prevent the noodles from becoming soggy.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Finely mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream to the skillet, stirring constantly.

Step 6

Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese into the cream, stirring until fully melted and smooth.

Step 7

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper, and continue to mix until the sauce is well-combined.

Step 8

Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the noodles in the cheese sauce.

Step 9

Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the zoodles are tender but still firm.

Step 10

Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes over the zoodles, adjusting the amount to taste.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh basil leaves just before serving.

Step 12

Serve immediately, and enjoy your low-carb cheesy pasta delight.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1076.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2089.4

Total Fat 175.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 460.0mg	0%
Sodium 8613.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 64.5g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 1746.1mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 1499.9mg	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: 77.2%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 10.2%