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prep time

10 min
cook time

35 min
ready time

45 min

Easy Keto Bolognese Pasta

This easy Keto pasta recipe is our take on the classic spaghetti Bolognese, made with a low-carb spaghetti alternative without compromising flavor. It is made of daikon noodles with a simple but delicious bolognese sauce, garnished with fresh basil and freshly grated cheese. This Keto pasta bolognese will be one of your go-to easy Keto dinner recipes for your weekly pasta nights.

Can you prepare this dish ahead of time?

Yes, this easy Keto pasta bolognese can be made ahead of time. The blanched daikon noodles can last for up to 3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator, while the Bolognese sauce can be stored for up to a week in the fridge. Alternatively, the bolognese sauce can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container or zip-lock bag. When ready to use, allow the Bolognese sauce to thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating on the stovetop over medium heat.

Can you customize this easy Keto pasta recipe?

Yes, you can. For pasta alternatives, feel free to use zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, spiralized cucumbers, cabbage noodles, tofu noodles, seaweed pasta, shirataki noodles, or eggplant pasta. The Bolognese sauce can be customized by adding low-carb vegetables like zucchini, eggplants, peppers, and mushrooms. Alternatively, if you prefer to omit the noodles completely, stuff the bolognese sauce in zucchini boats topped with mozzarella cheese and bake or serve it over cauliflower rice or any baked vegetables of your choice.

What meat is best for making bolognese sauce?

Traditionally, bolognese sauce is made with ground beef. However, it can also be made with ground chicken, ground turkey, or even ground pork. The choice is yours!

Net Carbs

5.3 g
Fiber

2.3 g
Total Carbs

7.6 g
Protein

41.2 g
Fats

29.2 g

464 cals

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Hamburger or ground beef, 80% lean

300 g
Marinara Sauce

0.67 cup
Chicken broth

0.5 cup
Oregano, ground

1 tsp
Salt

0.25 tsp
Black pepper

0.25 tsp
Daikon

150 g
Basil

1 tbsp, chopped

Step 1

Start by preparing the bolognese sauce. To a pot over medium heat, add the ground beef, pasta sauce, 1 cup chicken broth, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Stir to combine and allow the sauce to simmer on low for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 2

Meanwhile, bring a medium-sized pot filled with water to a boil. Using a vegetable peeler, slice noodle-sized strips from the daikon. If the slices are too wide, you can cut the daikon in half length-wise, then continue with slicing.
Step 3

Drop the daikon noodles into the boiling water and blanch for 2 minutes. Take 1 slice out and pinch it with your fingers. It's ready when it has a bit of resistance but still breaks when you pinch it. Don't let the noodles overcook. Drain the noodles in a sieve and run them under cold water to stop the cooking process, then set them aside for assembly.
Step 4

Check the bolognese sauce. The sauce should have reduced to a thick consistency. Stir, taste, and adjust the seasoning to your liking.
Step 5

To a serving plate, add the daikon noodles, then spoon the bolognese sauce on the noodles. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a fresh crack of black pepper. Store leftover bolognese sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week and the daikon noodles in a separate airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Easy Keto Bolognese Pasta

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