Whole30 Macaroni with Tomato Sauce
Satisfy your pasta cravings with a healthy twist in this Whole30 Macaroni with Tomato Sauce recipe! This vibrant dish swaps traditional pasta for zucchini noodles, a gluten-free and low-carb alternative that's perfect for clean eating. The rich, homemade tomato sauce is simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, garlic, onions, balsamic vinegar, and a medley of Italian herbs, creating a flavor-packed complement to the tender yet crunchy zucchini noodles. Ready in just 40 minutes, this wholesome meal is easy to prepare, paleo-friendly, and bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Garnished with fresh basil, it’s a delicious, guilt-free way to enjoy comfort food while sticking to your Whole30 goals!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0 to taste Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Directions
Step 1
Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles from the four medium zucchinis and set aside.
Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions become translucent.
Step 4
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Step 5
Lower the heat to a simmer, and allow the sauce to cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
While the sauce simmers, in a separate pan, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles in a bit of olive oil for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender, but still crunchy.
Step 7
Once the sauce is ready, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 8
Serve the zucchini noodles topped with the tomato sauce and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Step 9
Enjoy your Whole30 'macaroni' dish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1785.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 800.0 |
| Total Fat 32.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 9914.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 119.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 88.8g | |
| Protein 18.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 339.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3983.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories