Whole30 Penne with Vodka Sauce

Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a classic Italian favorite with this Whole30 Penne with Vodka Sauce! Featuring spiralized zucchini noodles as a wholesome, grain-free pasta alternative, this recipe is brimming with flavor and clean ingredients. The creamy vodka-inspired sauce is made with rich coconut milk, caramelized tomato paste, and a kick of red pepper flakes, creating a velvety, dairy-free delight. Enhanced with fresh garlic, onion, and aromatic basil, this dish is ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Savor the comforting taste of a pasta night while staying true to your Whole30 goals—it's a satisfying, healthy indulgence you’ll crave again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Zucchini
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 medium, diced Onion
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 6 ounces Tomato Paste
• 1 cup Canned Coconut Milk
• 1 cup Chicken Broth
• 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh Basil

Directions

Step 1

Using a spiralizer, spiralize the zucchinis into noodles and set them aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the paste to caramelize slightly.

Step 5

Gradually add the coconut milk, stirring continuously until well combined and smooth.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 8

In a separate pan, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes to warm them through without making them too soft.

Step 9

Add the sautéed zucchini noodles to the vodka sauce, mixing until the noodles are evenly coated.

Step 10

Turn off the heat and sprinkle the dish with chopped fresh basil before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Whole30 compliant penne with vodka sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1630.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1318.8

Total Fat 89.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 10513.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 90.2g
Protein 26.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 289.8mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 4575.5mg	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: 57.2%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 35.4%