Whole30 Spaghetti with Ground Beef

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and healthy Whole30 Spaghetti with Ground Beef—a nutrient-packed take on a classic comfort food. Featuring tender, spiralized zucchini noodles (zoodles) as a gluten-free, low-carb base, this recipe is paired with a rich and savory marinara sauce made from pantry staples like crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, elevated with fragrant onion, garlic, and a medley of Italian herbs. Juicy, seasoned ground beef adds protein and depth, making it a satisfying option for anyone following a Whole30, paleo, or keto lifestyle. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish strikes the perfect balance between quick and flavorful, while the fresh parsley garnish provides a vibrant finishing touch. Serve it as a wholesome, family-friendly meal, and enjoy a guilt-free twist on spaghetti night!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized zucchini
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchini and use a spiralizer to create zucchini noodles (zoodles). Set aside on a paper towel to absorb excess moisture.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Once fully cooked, drain any excess fat and transfer the beef to a separate plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir in the tomato paste. Add the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and stir to incorporate it into the sauce. Allow the sauce to simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld.

Step 8

While the sauce is simmering, heat a separate pan over medium heat and lightly sauté the zoodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become mushy.

Step 9

Serve the zoodles onto plates and top with the ground beef marinara sauce.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2267.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1811.2

Total Fat 112.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 10214.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.9g	0%
Total Sugars 88.9g
Protein 95.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 386.6mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 5152.0mg	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: 54.0%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 25.7%