Best 5 Low Carb Pasta Recipes
Craving pasta but watching your carb intake? Look no further! Our low-carb pasta collection offers a variety of delicious and satisfying recipes that cater to your dietary needs. From classic spaghetti and meatballs to hearty lasagna and refreshing salads, these recipes use clever substitutions and innovative techniques to create pasta dishes that are both flavorful and low in carbs.
- Spaghetti and Meatballs: This classic Italian dish gets a low-carb makeover with spaghetti made from zucchini noodles and protein-packed meatballs made from a blend of ground beef and almond flour.
- Lasagna: Indulge in a comforting lasagna without the guilt. This recipe uses layers of zucchini sheets, low-carb cheese, and a rich tomato sauce to create a lasagna that is both hearty and satisfying.
- Fettuccine Alfredo: Creamy and indulgent, this fettuccine Alfredo features silky smooth sauce made with cauliflower and Parmesan cheese. Served over shirataki noodles, this dish is a low-carb delight.
- Chicken Teriyaki Stir-Fry: This Asian-inspired dish combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a flavorful teriyaki sauce. Served over a bed of shirataki noodles, it's a quick and easy meal that's big on taste.
- BLT Salad with Avocado Dressing: This refreshing salad features crispy bacon, ripe tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and a creamy avocado dressing. Served over a bed of low-carb pasta, it's a light and flavorful meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.
LOW-CARB ZUCCHINI PASTA
If you are a pasta lover and need a low-carb version closer to the real thing than spaghetti squash, you have found your match! This is a great recipe for one; super-quick and super-versatile. Serve with your favorite sauce.
Provided by DinnerMomma
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini
Time 15m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut lengthwise slices from zucchini using a vegetable peeler, stopping when the seeds are reached. Turn zucchini over and continue 'peeling' until all the zucchini is in long strips; discard seeds. Slice the zucchini into thinner strips resembling spaghetti.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir zucchini in the hot oil for 1 minute. Add water and cook until zucchini is softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 180.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
LOW CARB PASTA
Make and share this Low Carb Pasta recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine the dry ingredients together add the egg and water and mix well.
- It will be a sticky dough.
- Divide the dough in half.
- Take a half at a time and dust your work surface with protein powder.
- Liberally dust the dough and roll out very very thin on your work surface.
- Fold the dough in half and cut into strips with a very sharp knife.
- Place the cut strips on to a dry towel and let them air dry for 2 hours.
- To cook drop noodles into boiling salted water.
- Use a large pot- water foams.
LOW CARB LEMON GARLIC PASTA WITH TOFU AND BROCCOLI RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, garlic, extra firm tofu, broccoli, shirataki noodle, lemon, shredded parmesan cheese, classic hummus, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, salt and pepper
Provided by Hailey Collette
Categories Sides
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook tofu over medium high heat until crispy.
- Remove from the skillet and add broccoli, garlic, and water.
- Steam broccoli until beginning to soften.
- While broccoli is steaming, rinse noodles under warm water.
- Add noodles to skillet and cook for a few minutes.
- Add in hummus, nutritional yeast, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper, and the juice of 1 lemon.
- Add tofu back to skillet and cook until everything is combined.
- Serve with extra lemon juice and seasonings to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 1 gram
EASY LOW CARB PIZZA SAUCE (AND PASTA SAUCE BASE)
Make and share this Easy Low Carb Pizza Sauce (And Pasta Sauce Base) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by kwittmer
Categories European
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Place tomato paste in a small mixing bowl. Add water, using some of the water to rinse the last of the paste out of the cans. Stir well. (I whisk it with a fork.).
- 2. Add seasonings and stir again. You will have a very thick pizza sauce; add more water if you like a thinner sauce.
- 3. Refrigerate leftovers up to one week; freeze for up to a year.
LOW-CARB PESTO CHICKEN & VEGGIE PASTA RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by á-25010
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once simmering, add the chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Let cook for 7 minutes, then add in the corn and tomatoes. Cook for another 5-10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink on the inside, the corn has turned bright yellow and the tomatoes have cooked down. Meanwhile, place all of the ingredients for the pesto into a food processor, and pulse until creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and adjust seasoning, if needed. Toss the pesto and zucchini noodles in a large mixing bowl until combined. Once the chicken, corn and tomatoes are done, toss with the pesto noodles. Divide onto plates, and serve. Nutrition Information Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1/4 recipe Per serving: Calories: 245; Total Fat: 20g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 13g; Cholesterol: 16mg; Sodium: 175mg; Carbohydrate: 10g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 10g Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 284mg; Iron: 11%; Vitamin A: 38%; Vitamin C: 41%; Calcium: 2%
Tips:
- Choose the right low-carb pasta: Not all low-carb pastas are created equal. Some are made with high-fiber ingredients like konjac or shirataki noodles, while others are made with gluten-free flours like almond or coconut flour. Choose a pasta that fits your dietary needs and preferences.
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions: Low-carb pastas often have different cooking times than traditional pasta, so be sure to follow the directions on the package. Overcooking can make the pasta mushy or rubbery.
- Rinse the pasta before cooking: Rinsing the pasta before cooking helps to remove any excess starch and prevent the pasta from sticking together.
- Use a large pot of boiling water: When cooking low-carb pasta, use a large pot of boiling water to ensure that the pasta cooks evenly.
- Add salt to the water: Salting the water helps to enhance the flavor of the pasta.
- Drain the pasta well: After cooking, drain the pasta well to remove any excess water.
- Serve the pasta immediately: Low-carb pasta is best served immediately after cooking. If you need to store the pasta, let it cool completely before refrigerating it in an airtight container.
Conclusion:
Low-carb pasta is a great option for people who are looking to reduce their carbohydrate intake. It is also a good choice for people with diabetes or other health conditions that require them to limit their carbohydrate intake. With a variety of low-carb pasta options available, it is easy to find a pasta that fits your dietary needs and preferences. So next time you are craving a pasta dish, try using low-carb pasta instead of traditional pasta. You may be surprised at how delicious and satisfying it is.
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