ARRABBIATA SAUCE WITH ZUCCHINI NOODLES

Arrabbiata Sauce with Zucchini Noodles image

This popular Italian dish is flavorful and spicy. We decided to re-create one of our favorite jarred sauces and serve over zucchini pasta for a lighter, healthier meal that's naturally gluten-free. The results were amazing! -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup dry red wine or beef broth
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
ZUCCHINI NOODLES:
2 large zucchini
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook beef with onion and garlic over medium-high heat until no longer pink; crumble beef; 5-7 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, wine, tomato paste, honey, vinegar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until flavors are blended, about 25 minutes; stir occasionally., For noodles, trim ends of zucchini. Using a spiralizer, shave zucchini into thin strands. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini; cook until slightly softened, 1-2 minutes, tossing constantly with tongs (do not overcook). Sprinkle with salt. Serve with sauce. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.Freeze option: Freeze cooled sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges