Low-calorie, protein-rich and flavorful: Zucchini Spaghetti with Bolognese Sauce 🥒🍝🍅
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Ecem Akkaba · Dietitian
Dietitian, graduate of İstanbul Medipol University. She develops the recipes and nutrition values on FitZen.
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Zucchini Spaghetti with Bolognese Sauce contains 330 calories per serving: 29 g protein, 13 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat. It takes 35 minutes in total and makes 2 servings.
This recipe swaps classic spaghetti with zucchini noodles and pairs it with a hearty beef bolognese sauce. Light, low-carb yet filling and nutritious, it’s a perfect healthy main dish alternative.
Spiralize the zucchinis into spaghetti form and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté onion and garlic.
Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Stir in grated tomatoes and tomato paste, season with spices, and simmer for 10 minutes.
In a separate pan, sauté the zucchini noodles with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat for 3–4 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and optionally oregano or basil. The zucchini should soften slightly but remain firm and fresh, so avoid overcooking.
Place zucchini noodles on plates, top with the bolognese sauce and serve.
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