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Easy Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese With Fresh Veggies
Swap pasta for zucchini noodles in this healthy spaghetti bolognese packed with fresh veggies.
Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic favorite, but this version is lighter and full of fresh veggies. Using zucchini noodles instead of pasta makes it healthy without losing any of the great taste. It is quick to make and perfect for a simple weeknight dinner.
Benefits of This Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese
- Thick, tasty sauce that fills you up without heaviness
- Uses lean meat for protein without extra fat
- Loads of vegetables to keep it fresh and nutritious
- Zucchini noodles add vitamins and lower carbs
- Easy to cook with simple ingredients you probably have at home
Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese is a delicious low-carb dinner recipe packed with lean mince and fresh vegetables. Perfect for quick weeknight meals, this zucchini noodle Bolognese is easy to make and full of flavor.
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Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese with Zucchini Noodles for Quick Dinners
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Dinner Recipes
- Method: Easy
Description
Try this healthy spaghetti Bolognese with zucchini noodles and lean mince. A quick, fresh, and low-carb dinner everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 200g (7oz) lean steak or turkey mince
- 2 courgettes (zucchinis)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 large mushrooms, sliced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 400g can of chopped tomatoes
- 250ml vegetable stock
- 2 tbsp tomato purée
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Heat the coconut oil in a saucepan.
- Add the mince and chopped onion.
- Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Add the carrot, mushrooms, chopped tomatoes, vegetable stock, tomato purée, garlic, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes until the carrots are soft and the sauce thickens.
- While the sauce simmers, use a spiralizer to make zucchini noodles.
- Fry the zucchini noodles for 5 minutes.
- Serve the sauce over the zucchini noodles and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- This easy, healthy spaghetti Bolognese swaps pasta for veggie noodles and packs in fresh flavors with simple ingredients.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Stacey Hogan
Healthy spaghetti bolognese doesn’t have to be complicated. With simple ingredients like lean turkey mince, fresh courgettes, and mushrooms, this recipe delivers big on flavor without weighing you down. It’s a great way to enjoy a classic dish with a healthy twist.
Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese offers a fresh and simple way to enjoy a classic dish with fewer carbs and more vegetables. The recipe is easy to follow and uses lean mince and zucchini noodles to create a meal that is both satisfying and good for you. It delivers great flavor without heaviness, making it perfect for quick weeknight dinners or anyone looking for a healthier twist on spaghetti bolognese.
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