Keto Skillet Tomato Cheese Pasta

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Published Jan 16, 2019 ∙ Kristina Stosek

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Skillet Tomato Cheese Pasta—Keto, and absolutely delicious! I was thinking, isn’t it time to make a healthy, low-carb Italian dinner? We all crave pasta sometimes, right? And what could be better than a creamy, tomato-cheese fettuccine dish? The best part is, you don’t have to worry about extra carbs. Yes, that’s right—this creamy pasta recipe is low-carb!

keto pasta with sauce on a plate

A Low-Carb, Keto-Friendly Recipe: Skillet Tomato Cheese Pasta

This gluten-free, keto-friendly dinner has quickly become one of our most popular and healthiest recipes this month. Just imagine a low-carb pasta, generously smothered in a rich, flavorful Italian tomato cheese sauce. Perfect for satisfying that pasta craving without the guilt!

keto tomato sauce, gluten free

The Keto Creamy Sauce

  • Flavor: The sauce is infused with classic Italian herbs like oregano, basil, and bay leaves for that authentic taste.
  • Texture Boost: Grated zucchini adds a nutritious texture, making the sauce hearty without the need for extra meats.
  • Creamy Perfection: To make the sauce thick and creamy, light cream cheese is added—it’s so good you’ll want to eat it by the spoonful!

How to Make It

  1. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet (or pot if you don’t have one), sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add the Herbs & Sauce: Stir in oregano, basil, and bay leaves, followed by tomato sauce, broth, and grated zucchini.
  3. Simmer & Thicken: Let the mixture cook for about 20 minutes.
  4. Creamy Finish: Stir in light cream cheese to thicken the sauce, creating a rich, velvety texture.

The Keto Pasta

  • Combine: Once your sauce is thick and creamy, stir in the low-carb pasta.
  • Quick & Satisfying: This gluten-free, keto-friendly pasta dish comes together quickly and is incredibly satisfying. The generous amount of creamy, cheesy sauce makes it SO GOOD!

keto creamy pasta in a bowl

A Low-Carb Pasta Game Changer

When I discovered this low-carb, gluten-free tofu shirataki pasta with only 1 net carb per serving, I couldn’t believe it! The best part? It’s incredibly tasty, making it the perfect addition to any keto recipe.

Perfect for Keto and Low-Carb Diets

Are you following a low-carb or keto diet? Then, you’ll love our collection of keto recipes. We’ve got everything covered—from breakfast to main dishes, snacks, and even desserts. Explore our list for new, exciting meal ideas that fit your lifestyle.

Low-Carb, Delicious & Satisfying

This keto tomato cheese pasta has only 6 grams of net carbs per serving (depending on the tomato sauce and noodles you choose). It’s the perfect way to enjoy a creamy, comforting pasta dish without the carb overload.

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Keto Skillet Tomato Cheese Pasta

23 reviews
Published Jan 16, 2019 · Kristina Stosek
Prep Time:
10 min
Cooking Time:
30 min
Serves:
4

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, grated
1 Tbsp. GF dried oregano
1 Tbsp. GF dried basil
2 GF bay leaves
Crushed red pepper flakes to taste (optional) I used 1 teaspoon
1/2 cup pure tomato sauce
1 cup GF vegetable broth or broth of choice, even water works
1 1/2 cups (1 medium-small) grated zucchini, with skin on
1 tsp. Sea salt
4 servings of low carb pasta (I used tofu shirataki fettucine),drain and rinse well. Another option is 0 carb miracle noodles
1/2 cup (4 oz.) light cream cheese, cubed
Handful chopped fresh basil for serving

Instructions

  1. In a 12-inch skillet heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened. About 5 minutes
  2. Stir in oregano, basil, bay leaves, and red pepper flakes. Add tomato sauce, vegetable broth, zucchini and salt. Stir to combine and cook covered over medium-low heat for 20 minutes
  3. Remove bay leaves from the sauce and stir in cream cheese and some fresh basil. Cook until the cheese has melted. About 3 minutes. Add the fettuccine and cook over medium heat until the pasta is heated through and the sauce starts to bubble. About 3 more minutes.
  4. Serve with fresh basil

Nutrition Info

  • Nutritional Value Per Serving | Calories: 160-180 (depending on broth and pasta choice) | Total Fat: 14g | Carbohydrates: 8g | Fiber: 2g | Net Carbs: 6g | Protein: 5g | Sodium: 700-800mg (varies with broth and salt) | Potassium: 350mg | Vitamin A: 10% DV (from zucchini) | Vitamin C: 20% DV (from zucchini and tomato) | Calcium: 6% DV (from cream cheese and zucchini) | Iron: 4% DV | Note: These values are estimates and can vary based on specific brands and preparation methods.

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  1. Peggy Fleetwood

    We really enjoyed this recipe. I used 1tsp pepper flakes and it was nice and spicy. I added a little tomato paste and used gluten free brown rice pasta. Will definitely make again with some cooked chicken mixed in.

  2. Kristina

    I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed it, and thank you for sharing your version

  3. Janet

    My family loved this low carb noodle dish, thank you. My daughter especially loves your recipes!

  4. Kristina

    thank you Janet for sharing

  5. Amber

    Creamy and tasty! For “pasta” I used Smart Food fettuccine

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