Paleo Macaroni Pasta with Meat Sauce
Satisfy your pasta cravings the healthy way with this irresistible Paleo Macaroni Pasta with Meat Sauce! This wholesome recipe swaps traditional pasta for tender zucchini noodles, making it a gluten-free, low-carb alternative that's perfect for paleo diets. A rich and hearty meat sauce, made with savory ground beef, fragrant herbs like oregano and basil, and a touch of spice from red pepper flakes, takes this dish to the next level. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a comforting and nutritious dinner that's packed with flavor. Whether you're paleo or just looking for a lighter pasta option, this dish is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 4 large Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 14-ounce can Crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Wash the zucchini thoroughly under cold water. Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles and set them aside on a clean kitchen towel to absorb excess moisture.
Step 2
In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion; sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the ground beef to the pan. Cook and crumble until browned and fully cooked, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
In a separate skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for about 3 to 4 minutes, just until tender.
Step 6
Serve the zucchini noodles topped with the meat sauce. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2103.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1819.6 |
| Total Fat 112.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 301.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 12245.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 122.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 94.3g | |
| Protein 94.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 358.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4970.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories