Low Carb Penne Pasta with Creamy Sauce
Savor the indulgent flavors of this Low Carb Penne Pasta with Creamy Sauce, a light yet luxurious twist on the classic comfort dish. Instead of traditional pasta, zucchini noodles take center stage, offering a healthy, keto-friendly alternative that’s packed with freshness. The velvety sauce is a dreamy blend of heavy cream, Parmesan, and cream cheese, infused with garlic and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. Juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant basil elevate every bite with vibrant, aromatic goodness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant meal that won’t derail your low-carb lifestyle. Enjoy all the richness of a cream sauce while staying guilt-free!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Directions
Step 1
Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles from the zucchini. Set aside.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Lower the heat and add the heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Step 4
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine.
Step 5
Add zucchini noodles to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the noodles are slightly tender but still firm to retain their low carb quality.
Step 6
Add cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they're slightly soft.
Step 7
Garnish with torn basil leaves and serve immediately, enjoy your low carb penne pasta with creamy sauce!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1380.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1965.9 |
| Total Fat 164.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 84.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g | |
| Cholesterol 399.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 9404.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 76.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.6g | |
| Protein 33.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 716.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2274.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories