Paleo Penne Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Parmesan Cheese
Transform your dinner table with this vibrant and wholesome Paleo Penne Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Nutritional Yeast! This guilt-free twist on a classic Italian favorite swaps traditional pasta for tender, spiralized zucchini noodles, creating a low-carb, gluten-free, and grain-free dish that's perfect for a healthy lifestyle. The rich tomato sauce, made from scratch with fragrant garlic, sautéed onions, oregano, and basil, gets a subtle kick from red pepper flakes. Finished with a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy, umami flavor and garnished with fresh basil, each serving delivers both comfort and nutrition. It's ready in under an hour, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or a quick Paleo-approved meal. Indulge in a deliciously hearty, yet light dish that satisfies your pasta cravings while keeping it clean and wholesome!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the zucchini noodles. Use a spiralizer or a julienne peeler to create long, noodle-like strands from the zucchini. Set them aside in a large bowl.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Step 3
Add minced garlic to the onions and continue to sauté for an additional minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Allow the sauce to come to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
While the tomato sauce is simmering, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in another skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for about 3-5 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp (al dente).
Step 6
Once the sauce is done simmering, adjust the seasoning if needed. Combine the sautéed zucchini noodles with the tomato sauce, tossing gently until the noodles are well coated with the sauce.
Step 7
Divide the pasta into 4 serving bowls. Finish each serving with a tablespoon of nutritional yeast sprinkled on top for a cheesy flavor, and garnish with fresh basil leaves for added freshness.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your Paleo Penne Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Nutritional Yeast!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1798.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 896.1 |
| Total Fat 32.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10835.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 133.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 94.7g | |
| Protein 33.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 397.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5099.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories