Low Carb Classic Bolognese Pasta

Savor the hearty flavors of Italy with this Low Carb Classic Bolognese Pasta, a guilt-free twist on a timeless favorite. This recipe combines a rich, slow-simmered meat sauce made with ground beef, Italian pork sausage, and aromatic vegetables, infused with red wine and herbs for maximum depth of flavor. Instead of traditional pasta, tender spiralized zucchini noodles take center stage, keeping the dish light, gluten-free, and keto-friendly. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this comforting yet health-conscious recipe is ready to impress with its bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Garnished with freshly grated Parmesan and basil, it’s a deliciously satisfying way to enjoy a low-carb lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 1 small carrot, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 500 grams ground beef
• 100 grams Italian pork sausage, removed from casing
• 125 milliliters red wine
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 800 grams canned whole tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 large zucchini, spiralized
• 0 grated Parmesan cheese (optional for serving)
• 0 fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion, celery, and carrot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until it is browned all over.

Step 5

Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for about 3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate while scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste until well combined with the meat mixture.

Step 7

Add the canned tomatoes, breaking them up with your spoon as you stir them in.

Step 8

Mix in the dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thick and rich. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

During the last 10 minutes of the sauce cooking, in a separate large skillet, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 11

Add the spiralized zucchini to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they are tender but not mushy.

Step 12

Season the zucchini with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 13

Serve the Bolognese sauce over a bed of zucchini noodles, and top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2560.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2368.2

Total Fat 170.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g
Cholesterol 420.9mg	0%
Sodium 4728.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.3g	0%
Total Sugars 54.3g
Protein 119.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 601.7mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 5879.2mg	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: 65.7%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 13.8%