Whole30 Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce and Sausage

Dive into a hearty and wholesome take on a classic Italian favorite with this Whole30 Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce and Sausage. Featuring tender zucchini noodles, rich tomato sauce, and savory Whole30-compliant sausage, this recipe transforms comfort food into a healthy, guilt-free indulgence. Made with clean, nutrient-packed ingredients like fresh zucchini, unsweetened crushed tomatoes, and aromatic garlic and herbs, this dish is free of grains, dairy, and added sugars, making it perfect for those following Whole30 or paleo lifestyles. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying option for weeknight dinners. Serve it up with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant, flavor-packed plate that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Zucchini
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil (such as avocado oil or olive oil)
• 12 ounces Whole30-compliant sausage (sugar-free, nitrate-free)
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes (unsweetened, no additives)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste (Whole30-compliant)
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Use a spiralizer to turn the zucchini into noodles (zoodles) and set them aside. Alternatively, use a julienne peeler if you don’t have a spiralizer.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Whole30-compliant sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the cooked sausage from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Sauté the onion in the skillet until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir until well combined.

Step 5

Bring the tomato sauce to a simmer, then lower the heat. Let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld.

Step 6

Slice the cooked sausage into bite-sized pieces and stir them into the tomato sauce. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat the sausage.

Step 7

While the sauce simmers with the sausage, heat a separate large skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes, tossing frequently, just until slightly softened but still firm (al dente). Do not overcook to avoid soggy noodles.

Step 8

To serve, divide the zucchini noodles among four plates or bowls. Top each with the tomato sauce and sausage mixture.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2104.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1661.4

Total Fat 96.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 200.1mg	0%
Sodium 11912.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 99.2g
Protein 72.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 402.5mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 4745.8mg	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: 50.6%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 32.6%