Whole30 Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce

Transform your spaghetti night with this vibrant and guilt-free Whole30 Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce, a deliciously healthy alternative to traditional pasta dishes! Packed with nutrient-rich zucchini noodles (zoodles), this recipe ditches processed grains in favor of a clean, veggie-forward base. The homemade tomato sauce is a medley of simple yet flavorful ingredients like canned crushed tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and aromatic herbs, creating a rich and satisfying topping with just the right hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep. Garnished with fresh basil, it’s a wholesome, Whole30-compliant meal that doesn’t compromise on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) onion
• 3 cloves (minced) garlic
• 28 ounces (canned, unsalted) crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoons (optional) red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional for garnish) fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

Use a spiralizer to create zucchini noodles (zoodles) from the zucchini. Set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the tomato sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Step 7

In a separate large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 8

Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just tender but not overly soft.

Step 9

Remove the zucchini noodles from heat and divide them among serving plates.

Step 10

Spoon the tomato sauce over the zucchini noodles and garnish with fresh basil, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30-friendly spaghetti!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1808.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	806.7

Total Fat 32.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8711.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.9g	0%
Total Sugars 88.8g
Protein 19.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 343.1mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 4029.1mg	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: 34.5%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 56.6%