Whole30 Fettuccine with Meat Sauce

Elevate your pasta night with this Whole30 Fettuccine with Meat Sauce, a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food! Perfectly tender zucchini noodles serve as a nourishing, low-carb base for a rich and hearty meat sauce, made with ground beef, crushed tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. This recipe swaps traditional pasta for spiralized zucchini, creating a grain-free, gluten-free dish that's both satisfying and guilt-free. Ready in just under an hour, this paleo-friendly meal is packed with flavor thanks to sautéed garlic, onions, and a simmered tomato sauce that's robust and comforting. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is a beautiful blend of simplicity and bold taste, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or for anyone diving into their Whole30 journey.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 pound ground beef
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Start by making the zucchini noodles: Trim the ends of each zucchini. Using a spiralizer, cut the zucchinis into spaghetti-like strands and set aside.

Step 2

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Use a spatula to break it apart and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Once the beef is browned, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

In a separate large sauté pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are just tender but still al dente. Avoid overcooking.

Step 9

Chop the fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve the zucchini noodles onto plates and top generously with the meat sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy your delicious Whole30 Fettuccine with Meat Sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2443.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1897.8

Total Fat 113.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 13194.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 111.3g
Protein 99.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 473.6mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 6522.1mg	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: 51.3%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 28.6%