Zoodles Bolognese

Zoodles Bolognese is a delicious low-carb twist on the classic Italian pasta dish, featuring spiralized zucchini noodles topped with a hearty, savory meat sauce. This dish is perfect for those looking to enjoy traditional flavors while keeping their carbohydrate intake in check.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (approx. 400g)
• Ground beef - 200g
• Onion - 1 small (approx. 70g), finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 small (approx. 50g), finely diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400g
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons (30g)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon (1g)
• Dried basil - 1 teaspoon (1g)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese - for serving (optional)

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to create zoodles. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced carrot to the skillet. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the carrot starts to soften.
4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. While the sauce simmers, in a separate pot, lightly steam the zucchini noodles for about 2-3 minutes until just tender.
7. To serve, place the zoodles on plates, top with the Bolognese sauce, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the zucchini and tomatoes.

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