Indulge in your favorite Italian dinner with these low carb spaghetti zoodles recipe! They taste just like the real thing.
You might think that a mock pasta recipe could never be as delicious as the real thing, but think not! These low carb spaghetti zoodles (zucchini noodles) are keto-friendly and guaranteed to win over any crowd.
Serve with these Keto Garlic Knots or this Cheesy Keto Garlic Bread!
Composed of slow cooker noodles with meat sauce, this meal is suited for the entire family. My kids enjoy it even more than a standard spaghetti recipe.
A Slow Cooker Family Meal
I made this recipe in the slow cooker and my entire family loves it.
What I find exciting about bringing the slow cooker out is knowing it provides set-to-forget convenience. This way, I get to simply set a timer and come back when it’s ready. This recipe saves so much time and is impossible to mess up!
Another Slow Cooker Meal You’ll Love is this Low carb Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken.
Low-Carb Spaghetti Noodles
In order to enjoy spaghetti with my family, I decided to make veggie noodles. One of the most popular keto noodle replacements is zoodles – or zucchini noodles.
In this recipe, I used a spiralizer and cut out my own zoodles at home. If you don’t have time (or don’t have a spiralizer) you can always just buy frozen zoodles. It’s so much easier!
If you buy frozen, you’ll have to adjust the cooking time slightly. Just defrost the noodles in the microwave, use a paper towel to remove as much moisture as possible, and then just cook them on low for an hour or less.
How To Cut Zoodles Without A Spiralizer
If you don’t have a spiralizer, don’t fret! You can also use a sharp knife to make long, thin slices along with your zucchini, no more than 1⁄4 inch wide. You don’t have to have any fancy kitchenware to ensure a good result- this process takes only a few minutes!
Low-Carb Meat Sauce For Spaghetti
If you are going to buy marinara sauce from the store, watch out for hidden sugars. This is why I prefer to make my own meat sauce.
In fact, these zucchini noodles, when tossed with a low carb meat sauce, will satisfy your cravings without breaking ketosis. The meat sauce used requires only healthy pantry staples such as a frozen protein, canned tomato, and Italian spices for flavor.
The Best Sweetener for Meat Sauce
While being vitamin-rich, tomatoes already contain a healthy amount of natural sugar. A keto-friendly sauce for zoodles calls for stevia extract, but you may use whatever sweetener you prefer or skip on it. I prefer to use Swerve because I like how it tastes.
Best Meat For Keto Meat Sauce
Ground chuck or ground beef is an excellent source of fat for this dish, however, it can be easily replaced with chicken or turkey for a hearty substitution.
Make Keto Spaghetti Sauce Ahead of Time
Tackling a busy schedule like myself? Just love the idea of meal-prep? Make it a freezer meal by cooking in slow cooker, allowing to cool and then placing in a freezer bag.
Mark the date, it is good for 3 months. To reheat simply thaw for 12-24 hours and then place in a slow cooker for 3-5 hours.
Plus, zoodles on their own can be stored in the freezer for up to a year, so you can remake these low carb spaghetti zoodles again and again if you wish.
Low-Carb Spaghetti Zoodles Recipe
Here’s the quick and easy 4-step recipe. Feel free to personalize it and make it your own!
Below is the list of ingredients that you’ll need to make this recipe. Exact measurements can be found inside the printable recipe card below.
Ingredients:
Zucchini
Ground chuck
Can crushed tomatoes
Dried oregano
Dried basil
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Stevia extract
Crushed red pepper flakes
Salt
Directions:
In the bottom of the slow cooker crock, mix together browned meat, tomatoes, and seasonings.
Place noodled zucchini on top of the meat sauce. Sprinkle the zucchini lightly with additional salt if desired.
Cover and cook on low for 3 hours.
Remove lid and toss zoodles with meat sauce before serving.
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LOW CARB SPAGHETTI ZOODLES RECIPE
Equipment
- slow cooker
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini, made into noodles
- 1 lb ground chuck, browned and drained well
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/8 tsp powdered stevia extract
- 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 tsp for less heat
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- In the bottom of the slow cooker crock, mix together browned meat, tomatoes, and seasonings.
- Place noodled zucchini on top of the meat sauce. Sprinkle the zucchini lightly with additional salt if desired.
- Cover and cook on low for 3 hours.
- Remove lid and toss zoodles with meat sauce before serving.
Notes
Net Carbs: 5 g The nutritional information for this recipe is calculated as a courtesy and is an approximate only. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipes on this site.
More Low-Carb Family Dinner Ideas
Are you looking for more keto-friendly meals that you can make for your entire family? Try these next!
Keto Cabbage Beef Casserole
Low-Carb Arroz Con Pollo
Keto Lasagna Stuffed Chicken
