I love PASTA! But on a Keto/lowcarb diet it is not allowed. So finding a good alternative for pasta was very important to me. I always wanted to try Zoodles (zuccini noodles) or the butternut squash noodles and finally found them.
They are really good, if you are like me and you do not have a spiralizer then you can buy already made for you. I am all about convenience so to me the HEB butternut squash noodles was a great find! Most grocery stores have it so check for it in your produce section. Now onto the recipe! I am not a major cook but I did find some creative ways to make keto/lowcarb pasta. Below is one of my favorite recipes that I make on a regular basis. Enjoy!
Being on Keto means you need to find yummy recipes that incorporate your favorite foods, so this one really does the trick and is great for simple keto and meal prepping!
INGREDIENTS:
Butternut Squash Noodles (or Zuccin if preferred)
Olive Oil
Crushed garlic (optional)
Black pepper
Red pepper flakes
Parmesan Cheese
Mozzarella Cheese
Precooked Meatballs
Tomato Pasta Sauce (low sugar as possible)
DIRECTIONS:
Pour the olive oil in pan and cook on medium heat
Add in the crushed garlic
Saute for a few minutes until the garlic turns golden
Add in the noodles and cook for about five minutes
season with black pepper and red pepper flakes to taste
Pour in the tomato sauce and mix with the noodles
In microwave cook the precooked meatballs of choice
Add meatballs to the noodles and cook for another 2 mins
Sprinkle on the parmesan cheese to taste
and serve!
