Zucchini Noodle Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 4 pieces Large zucchini
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 small Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 28 oz Crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves(optional)
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Use a spiralizer to turn the zucchini into thin noodle-like strands and set them aside on a paper towel to drain excess moisture.

2. 2

   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, then drain the excess fat.

3. 3

   Add one tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet with the beef, then stir in the diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened.

4. 4

   Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and pepper; bring to a light simmer.

5. 5

   Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and thicken.

6. 6

   In a separate large pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender.

7. 7

   Immediately remove the zucchini noodles from the heat to prevent them from becoming watery or mushy.

8. 8

   Plate the zucchini noodles, top generously with the meat sauce, and garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.