Low Carb Penne Bolognese

Satisfy your pasta cravings without any guilt with this Low Carb Penne Bolognese! This mouthwatering dish features a rich and hearty Bolognese sauce made with tender ground beef, aromatic vegetables, and a splash of red wine for depth, all simmered to perfection. Instead of traditional pasta, it’s served over zucchini noodles (or zoodles) for a low-carb twist that’s both healthy and delicious. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of oregano, basil, and garlic, and finished off with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, this recipe offers amazing flavor while staying light. Quick enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough for guests, this wholesome, gluten-free alternative to classic Penne Bolognese is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small Carrot, finely chopped
• 1 Celery stalk, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 14 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 0.5 cup Red wine
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 12 ounces Zucchini noodles (zoodles)
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium and add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the pan. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let it gently simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

In a separate skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and add the zucchini noodles. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they are slightly softened but still al dente.

Step 8

Serve the Bolognese sauce over the zucchini noodles.

Step 9

Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1896.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1864.0

Total Fat 129.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 333.1mg	0%
Sodium 4090.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.5g
Protein 99.2g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 582.6mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 4080.0mg	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: 64.8%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 13.2%