Whole30 Penne Bolognese

Transform your classic comfort food with this Whole30 Penne Bolognese, a wholesome and hearty dish that's perfect for clean eating enthusiasts. This recipe swaps traditional pasta for nutrient-packed zucchini noodles, making it entirely grain-free, gluten-free, and compliant with Whole30 guidelines. A rich, slow-simmered bolognese sauce made with ground beef, crushed tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil delivers bold, authentic Italian flavor in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple, fresh ingredients, this guilt-free twist on a timeless favorite is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, serve it hot and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant, finishing touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 celery stalk
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 pound ground beef
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles from the 4 medium zucchinis. Set aside.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, carrots, celery stalk, and garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet. Break the meat apart with a spatula and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the 28 ounces of crushed tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and a bay leaf.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

During the last 5 minutes, add the zucchini noodles to the sauce, mixing well to ensure the noodles are coated and heated through.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with 0.25 cup of chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2447.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1875.6

Total Fat 113.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 10342.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.5g	0%
Total Sugars 95.7g
Protein 97.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 458.9mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 5742.4mg	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: 52.3%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 27.8%