Zucchini Noodles with Meat Sauce

keto-friendlylow-carbhigh-protein
Prep: 15m
Cook: 25m
Total: 40m
Medium

About this Dish

A hearty meat sauce served over spiralized zucchini noodles, offering a rich and satisfying low-carb alternative to pasta with earthy and spicy flavors.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • ground beef1pound(80% lean)
  • zucchini4medium(spiralized)
  • olive oil2tablespoons
  • onion1small(chopped)
  • tomato sauce1.5cups
  • parmesan cheese0.5cup(grated)

Seasonings

  • salt1teaspoon
  • black pepper0.5teaspoon
  • dried oregano1teaspoon
  • red pepper flakes0.25teaspoon

Equipment

  • spiralizer
  • skillet
  • spatula
  • knife
  • cutting board

Steps

Step 1

Prepare Zucchini Noodles

5 min
  • Spiralize the zucchini to make noodles.
  • Set aside.

Checkpoints

  • Zucchini noodles are prepared.
Step 2

Cook Onion and Beef

10 minHeat: Medium
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.

Checkpoints

  • Onion is translucent, beef is browned.
Step 3

Make Meat Sauce

10 minHeat: Medium
  • Stir in tomato sauce, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Checkpoints

  • Sauce is thick and simmered.
Step 4

Cook Zucchini Noodles

5 minHeat: Medium
  • In a separate skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add zucchini noodles and sauté for 3-4 minutes until just tender.

Checkpoints

  • Zucchini noodles are tender.
Step 5

Combine and Serve

5 min
  • Serve meat sauce over zucchini noodles.
  • Top with grated parmesan cheese before serving.

Checkpoints

  • Dish is ready to serve with cheese topping.

Notes

  • Serve immediately while hot.

Warnings

  • Do not overcook zucchini noodles to avoid becoming mushy.

Serving Suggestions

  • Caesar salad
  • Roasted bell peppers
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