Whole30 Macaroni Pasta with Meat Sauce

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Whole30 Macaroni Pasta with Meat Sauce—a deliciously healthy twist on a classic comfort food! Instead of traditional pasta, this recipe features tender zucchini noodles (zoodles) sautéed to al dente perfection, making it entirely grain-free and Whole30-approved. The hearty meat sauce is packed with flavor, combining savory ground beef, aromatic garlic and onion, and a rich tomato base infused with basil, oregano, and a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Ready in just 50 minutes, this nutrient-packed dish is a satisfying, low-carb option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Perfect for a wholesome family meal, it’s topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Use a spiralizer to turn zucchini into noodle shapes (zoodles). Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and saute for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary.

Step 8

Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to thicken.

Step 10

In a separate skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 11

Add the zucchini noodles and toss gently for 3-4 minutes until just tender. Do not overcook to avoid soggy noodles.

Step 12

Serve the zucchini noodles directly onto plates.

Step 13

Spoon the meat sauce generously over the noodles.

Step 14

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1874.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1713.2

Total Fat 112.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 10604.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 75.9g
Protein 92.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 387.9mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 4285.5mg	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: 56.9%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 22.3%