Skip to main content
Keto Beef and Zucchini Noodles with Dairy-Free Pesto recipe by Safe Plated

Keto Beef and Zucchini Noodles with Dairy-Free Pesto

Sautéed ground beef served over zucchini noodles with a flavorful dairy-free pesto sauce. A quick, easy, and delicious keto-friendly Mediterranean meal.

15m prep + 20m cook4 servings
DAIRY-free
380 cal|30g protein|10g carbs|25g fat|4g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 4 medium Zucchini
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Dairy-free pesto
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Using a spiralizer, transform the 4 medium zucchini into noodles.
  2. 2Place a large skillet on the stove. Add the 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet and heat it over medium heat, approximately 350-375°F (175-190°C), until the oil shimmers slightly.
  3. 3Add the 1 pound of ground beef to the hot skillet. Break the beef into small pieces with a spoon and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is fully browned and no pink remains. The internal temperature of the beef should reach 160°F (71°C).
  4. 4While the beef cooks, mince the 2 cloves of garlic. Once the beef is browned, add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  5. 5Add the spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet with the beef and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, until the noodles are tender-crisp and slightly softened but still hold their shape.
  6. 6Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the 1/2 cup of dairy-free pesto, ensuring it is well combined with the beef and zucchini. Add the 1/2 teaspoon of salt and the 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, mixing thoroughly until evenly distributed.
  7. 7Serve immediately.

Substitutions

Pesto → Dairy-free pesto

Pesto substitute, maintains flavor and richness

Related Guides

Cooking with a packaged ingredient?

Paste the current ingredient list and see the exact allergen terms the checker recognises. Always verify the package in front of you.

Check an ingredient label

Keep reading this recipe

Open this recipe in the app

Sign in to continue with this recipe. No meal plan generation needed.

Want a full week of recipes like this?

Get a personalized 7-day meal plan customized for your family's specific allergens. Every recipe is cross-checked by an independent AI.

Build my free 7-day plan

No credit card required.