Keto Bolognese

Keto Bolognese is a rich, hearty sauce made with ground beef and fresh herbs, served over a low-carb alternative to pasta for a satisfying meal. This dish offers a delightful blend of flavors while keeping carbs in check, making it perfect for a keto diet.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (80% lean) - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 small (about 70 grams)
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Carrot, finely chopped - 1 medium (about 60 grams)
• Celery, finely chopped - 1 stalk (about 40 grams)
• Canned tomatoes (crushed) - 400 grams
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Dried basil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Zucchini (spiralized) - 200 grams
• Grated Parmesan cheese - 30 grams (optional, for serving)

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. While the sauce simmers, prepare the zucchini noodles according to package instructions or sauté them in a separate pan for 3-4 minutes until tender.
8. Serve the Bolognese sauce over the zucchini noodles and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 32 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for weight management and blood sugar control.

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