Low Carb Classic Pasta with Tomato Sauce

Savor the comforting flavors of a beloved Italian-inspired dish with a healthy twist in this Low Carb Classic Pasta with Tomato Sauce. Instead of traditional pasta, spiralized zucchini noodles take center stage, offering a light, gluten-free, and keto-friendly alternative that doesn't skimp on texture. The robust homemade tomato sauce, made with aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and crushed tomatoes, is infused with the warmth of dried oregano, basil, and a hint of red pepper flakes for just the right kick. Topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fragrant basil leaves, this dish is a satisfying, guilt-free option for pasta lovers looking to cut carbs without sacrificing flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this low-carb pasta recipe comes together in just 50 minutes and will delight your palate with its simplicity and freshness.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

Begin by making the zucchini noodles. Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and slice off their ends. Use a spiralizer to create noodles. If you don't have a spiralizer, you can carefully use a julienne peeler or sharp knife to make thin strips.

Step 2

Once your zucchini noodles are ready, set them aside.

Step 3

Next, prepare the tomato sauce. Start by finely chopping the onion and mincing the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until it's soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and continue to cook for another minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 7

Pour the crushed tomatoes into the pan with the onion and garlic, stirring well to combine.

Step 8

Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Step 9

Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.

Step 10

While the sauce is simmering, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a separate large skillet over medium heat.

Step 11

Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss them gently, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they're just tender but still firm to the bite. Be careful not to overcook them to prevent sogginess.

Step 12

Once both the noodles and sauce are ready, plate the zucchini noodles and top them with the tomato sauce.

Step 13

Sprinkle each serving with grated parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy your low carb classic pasta with tomato sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1800.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	877.8

Total Fat 39.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 22.2mg	0%
Sodium 10050.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 84.8g
Protein 25.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 551.1mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 3687.3mg	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: 38.8%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 50.2%