Low Carb Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce

Indulge in the hearty flavors of Italian comfort food with this Low Carb Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Made with tender low-carb penne and a savory, aromatic meat sauce crafted from ground beef, diced tomatoes, garlic, and Italian seasoning, this recipe brings rich, slow-simmered depth to your plate in just 30 minutes. Perfectly seasoned and topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, this dish combines the satisfying taste of traditional pasta with a low-carb lifestyle. Whether you're prepping an easy weeknight dinner or a cozy family meal, this recipe is sure to please your palate without compromising your health goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Low-carb penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon Fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the low-carb penne pasta according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it coats the beef mixture evenly. Add the diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally.

Step 6

Add the cooked penne pasta to the meat sauce and mix until the pasta is thoroughly coated with the sauce.

Step 7

Serve the pasta warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped basil leaves for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1299.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1832.3

Total Fat 120.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 341.1mg	0%
Sodium 2342.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.3g	0%
Total Sugars 21.5g
Protein 113.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 515.7mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 2537.7mg	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: 56.8%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 19.3%