Keto Caprese Pasta

Keto Caprese Pasta is a delightful low-carb twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring zoodles (zucchini noodles) tossed with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil. This vibrant dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (about 400g)
• Cherry tomatoes - 200g, halved
• Fresh mozzarella balls - 125g, halved
• Fresh basil leaves - 15g, roughly chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Using a spiralizer, create zoodles from the zucchini and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Stir in the zucchini noodles and season with salt and black pepper, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the zoodles are tender but not mushy.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and fold in the fresh mozzarella and basil leaves.
6. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the dish, mix gently, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and basil, promoting overall health.

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