Enjoying pasta with fewer carbs aligns with your preference for healthy eating, which is mostly plant-based. Here are three ways to enjoy pasta with lower carb options:
- Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles): Replace traditional pasta with zucchini noodles. You can use a spiralizer to make long, pasta-like strands of zucchini. Sauté them lightly in olive oil and season with your favorite pasta sauce and toppings.
- Spaghetti Squash: Roast spaghetti squash in the oven until the flesh can be easily shredded into spaghetti-like strands with a fork. Top it with your favorite tomato sauce, herbs, and perhaps some plant-based meatballs or grilled vegetables.
- Shirataki Noodles: These are low-carb, low-calorie noodles made from konjac yam. They are virtually carb-free and can be used as a pasta substitute. Rinse them well, then stir-fry or boil them, and add your favorite sauce and toppings.