Low Carb Classic Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

Satisfy your comfort food cravings without the carb overload with this Low Carb Classic Spaghetti with Meat Sauce! This healthy twist on a beloved Italian dish swaps traditional pasta for tender zucchini noodles (zoodles), creating a lighter and gluten-free base for a rich, hearty meat sauce. Made with aromatic garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning, the simmered combination of ground beef and crushed tomatoes delivers bold, savory flavors that pair perfectly with the zoodles. Ready in just under an hour, this wholesome recipe is an excellent choice for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Finished with a dusting of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, each bite is a deliciously satisfying experience that's as low-carb as it is indulgent.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Onion, finely chopped
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 4 medium Zucchini (for zoodles)
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 10 Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Season the beef with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken. Stir occasionally.

Step 7

While the sauce is simmering, prepare the zucchini noodles (zoodles). Use a spiralizer or julienne peeler to create long, thin noodles from the zucchinis.

Step 8

In a separate large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 9

Add the zoodles to the skillet and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they are just tender but still firm to the bite. Do not overcook as they can become watery.

Step 10

Remove the zucchini noodles from the heat and divide them into individual plates or a large serving platter.

Step 11

Top the zoodles with the meat sauce.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy your low carb classic spaghetti with meat sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2254.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1825.5

Total Fat 124.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 341.1mg	0%
Sodium 4406.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 54.2g
Protein 115.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 939.0mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 6126.1mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 18.0%