Tahini Tomato Pasta
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High-Fiber Bolognese
A creamy, dairy-free tahini alfredo pasta made with Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti, hemp seeds, nutritional yeast, lemon, miso, tahini, and herbs.
Classic bolognese made lighter with Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti. This high-fiber spin on classic bolognese delivers a rich, slow-cooked meat sauce served over high-fiber pasta that will easily become a new family favorite! This traditional bolognese sauce is slow-cooked for deep flavor and served over Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti for a lighter take on a classic Italian dish. By pairing this intensely savory, melt-in-your-mouth sauce with our Light Spaghetti, you can enjoy the deep, nostalgic comfort of a true Italian Sunday dinner with a fraction of the net carbs and calories, plus a massive fiber boost.
Ingredients
1 box Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti
1 lb ground beef (lean or traditional)
1 medium onion
1 celery stalk
1 small carrot
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup dry red wine
1/3 cup tomato paste
1 can (14 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
1 bay leaf
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil for serving
Quick Tips
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Finely chop the soffritto: Use a food processor to pulse the onion, celery, and carrot until finely minced. This traditional base (called a soffritto) should melt completely into the meat sauce as it simmers.
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Low and slow is key: Do not rush the cooking time. Letting the sauce simmer gently on low heat for 2 to 2.5 hours breaks down the beef until it is incredibly tender and develops a rich, complex depth of flavor.
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Darken the tomato paste: When you stir in the tomato paste, let it cook with the meat and vegetables for a couple of minutes until it turns a slightly darker brick-red color. This caramelizes the sugars and removes any raw tin flavor.
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Cook your pasta al dente: Since bolognese is a thick, heavy sauce, make sure to cook your Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti strictly according to package instructions so the noodles retain a perfect, firm bite to hold up to the meat.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
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Rich, deep flavor from a traditional, slow-cooked meat sauce
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Perfectly balanced with our Light Spaghetti for a lower-calorie, high-fiber meal
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Excellent for meal prep—the flavors taste even better the next day
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A cozy, elegant, and crowd-pleasing dinner the whole family will love
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Packed with clean protein and satisfying dietary fiber
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Lower sugar than traditional peanut butter cookies
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Perfect for meal prep and leftovers
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The sauce comes together quickly with garlic,white wine, and nutritional yeast, creating a creamy, cheesy flavor withoutdairy
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A splash ofreserved pasta water ties everything together into a silky coating that clingsto every bite.
How To Make Healthy High-Fiber Bolognese
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Prep the Veggies and Brown the Beef
Finely chop the onion, celery, and carrot using a food processor until minced. Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned. Remove the beef from the pot and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat and oil in the pot.
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Build the Flavor Base
Add the minced vegetable mixture to the same pot. Cook over medium heat for about 5 to 7 minutes until soft and fragrant. Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in the red wine. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the wine has completely reduced and evaporated.
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Simmer Low and Slow
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes until slightly darkened. Pour in the can of peeled tomatoes (crushing them gently with your spoon) and drop in the bay leaf. Turn the heat down to low, cover with a lid cracked slightly open, and let it simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours until the meat is incredibly tender and the sauce is thick. Remove the bay leaf and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
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Cook and Assemble
Right before the sauce is finished, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain the pasta, portion it into bowls, and ladle the rich bolognese sauce over the top. Finish with freshly grated Parmesan and fresh basil leaves.
A Better-For-You Twist
Comforting Pasta with a Smarter Swap
Traditional Italian comfort food is all about slow-cooked love, but it often comes with a heavy dose of simple carbohydrates that can leave you feeling sluggish. This recipe turns the tables.
By keeping the authentic, slow-simmered integrity of the bolognese sauce exactly as Italian grandmothers intended, and simply swapping standard noodles for Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti, you drastically reduce the net carb impact and unlock excellent digestive support. It’s proof that eating towards your goals can still taste completely indulgent and luxury-tier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of meat for this recipe?
Absolutely. While ground beef is classic, you can easily use ground turkey or ground chicken for an even leaner profile. For a traditional blend, you can also do a 50/50 mix of ground beef and ground pork.
Can I make this sauce in a slow cooker or Instant Pot?
Yes! Complete the browning of the meat, veggies, and wine reduction in a pan on the stove first (this builds the necessary flavor layers). Then, transfer everything to a slow cooker with the tomato paste, tomatoes, and bay leaf, and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
What is the best type of red wine to use?
Use a dry, non-sweet red wine that you would actually enjoy drinking. A Chianti, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Pinot Noir all work perfectly to add that deep, traditional resonance to the sauce.
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