Low Carb Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Experience the ultimate guilt-free comfort food with this Low Carb Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce, a luscious recipe perfect for pasta lovers seeking a healthier twist! Swap traditional pasta for vibrant zucchini noodles, spiralized to perfection and lightly sautéed for a tender, al dente texture. The creamy mushroom sauce is a decadent blend of sautéed garlic and golden mushrooms simmered in rich heavy cream, with a hint of Parmesan for nutty depth. A touch of red chili flakes adds subtle heat, while fresh parsley brightens every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this low-carb, keto-friendly meal is irresistibly satisfying and ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining.
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Ingredients
- 2 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 250 grams Button mushrooms
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the zucchini by spiralizing it into noodles using a spiralizer or slicing it thinly to resemble fettuccine.
Step 2
Finely mince the garlic cloves.
Step 3
Clean and slice the button mushrooms.
Step 4
In a large skillet, heat one tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately 30 seconds.
Step 6
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the mushrooms to the skillet.
Step 7
Sauté the mushrooms until they are golden and have released their moisture, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 8
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream.
Step 9
Simmer gently and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy, approximately 3 minutes.
Step 10
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes.
Step 11
In another skillet, heat the remaining one tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Step 12
Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
Step 13
Transfer the zucchini noodles to the skillet with the mushroom sauce and toss to combine well.
Step 14
Top with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Step 15
Serve the low-carb pasta immediately. Enjoy your delicious, creamy, and satisfying meal!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (980.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1457.3 |
| Total Fat 124.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 61.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 284.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5333.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.4g | |
| Protein 28.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 542.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1756.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories