Whole30 Bowtie Pasta with Meat Sauce

Savor the hearty flavors of this Whole30 Bowtie Pasta with Meat Sauce, a healthy and satisfying twist on the classic comfort food. Instead of traditional pasta, this recipe features zucchini noodles (zoodles) shaped to mimic bowtie pasta, making it entirely grain-free and Whole30 compliant. A rich, savory meat sauce made with perfectly seasoned ground beef, crushed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs brings layers of bold flavor to the dish. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this nutritious recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Garnished with fresh parsley and served piping hot, this zoodle-based pasta alternative checks all the boxes for taste, texture, and wholesome goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Zucchini
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium, chopped Onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 14 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Cracked black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the zucchini noodles (zoodles) as a Whole30 compliant alternative to pasta. Use a spiralizer on the medium setting to make zoodles that resemble bowtie pasta. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it's no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles with a spatula, about 6-7 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent. Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste with the onions and garlic until well combined.

Step 5

Add the canned crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir well and bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 6

Once the sauce is simmering, return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

While the sauce is simmering, heat a separate large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the zoodles and cook them for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally.

Step 8

To serve, divide the zoodles among serving plates. Top with a generous portion of meat sauce.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1868.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1747.5

Total Fat 112.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 9464.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 82.2g
Protein 93.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 353.7mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 4829.3mg	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: 55.5%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 23.8%