Gluten Free Spag Bowl

Coeliac friendly, diabetic friendly, low calorie, high protein, low sodium (suitable for people with hypertension).

serves 4

Ingredients

  • 500g lean beef mince
  • 500g zucchini noodles
  • 2 tsp garlic
  • 2 celery sticks, sliced
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 brown onion, finely diced
  • 1tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese grated
  • 3 tsp Rosemary sprigs
  • Fresh oregano to serve (optional)

Sauce:

  • 2 tsp Dried oregano
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 400g tinned crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup water

Method

  1. In a medium saucepan add olive oil and heat over medium heat.
  2. Add carrot, celery, garlic and onion and cook until soft and aromatic.
  3. Add beef mince and rosemary cook until browned.
  4. Add tomato paste, tinned tomatoes and oregano. Add water. Cook, covered for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in zucchini noodles. Cover and cook for 2 minutes or until tender.
  6. Lower heat and add cheddar cheese, stir until just melted.
  7. Top with fresh oregano and serve.

Nutrition Information per serve

  • Energy: 343 cals
  • Total fat: 15.4g
  • Saturated fat: 6.8g
  • Total carbohydrates: 14.4g
  • Dietary fibre: 3.7g
  • Sugar: 8.1g
  • Protein: 35.7g
  • Sodium: 413.7mg