Keto Pepperoni Pasta

This Keto Pepperoni Pasta is a tasty low-carb dish. This Pepperoni pasta is an ideal thing for light lunches, meal prep, and summer get-togethers. This pasta is made with keto noodles, like heart of palm noodles or Shirataki, as a substitute for high-carb noodles. It has a lot of flavor from the pepperoni, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and mozzarella. This pasta has a pleasing taste without the carbohydrates because of the zesty, keto Italian dressing.  We can have this pasta without any stress of consuming carbs because this pepperoni pasta just contains 5g net carbs per serving. We can easily customize the recipe of this Keto Pepperoni Pasta by adding keto proteins or vegetables, and serve it cold for optimal flavor. This adaptable pasta will quickly become a staple in your rotation of nutritious meals.

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STATS:

• Calories: 290 kcal
• Cook time: 10 minutes
• Total time: Twenty-five mins
• Serving size: One cup
• Servings: 6
• Cuisine: American
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Course: Lunch
• Diet: Keto & gluten-free

EQUIPMENT:

• Pot
• Knife
• Large bowl
• Chopping board
• Grater
• Spatula
• Serving bowl

INGREDIENTS:

• 8 oz. keto pasta
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• ½ cup diced cucumber
• ½ cup diced green bell pepper
• ½ cup sliced black olives
• ¾ cup cubed mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup Italian dressing
• Salt
• Black pepper

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

KETO PASTA:

• We can use low-carb pasta substitutes like hearts of palm pasta, lupin-based spaghetti, or Shirataki noodles for this pasta. We can also use the zoodles, or zucchini noodles, to make the pasta. We have to make sure to rinse and dry the Shirataki noodles thoroughly for better texture and to get rid of any odor.

KETO PEPPERONI:

• We have to choose pepperoni that is free of sugar and nitrates to keep it keto-compliant. We can use little pepperoni or cut regular pepperoni into quarters for uniform distribution.

MOZZARLLA CHEESE:

• We use the mozzarella cheese because of its subtle, & creamy texture complements the intense flavor of pepperoni. We can also use cubed cheese sticks or finely & freshly grated parmesan, which lends a nutty, salty taste.

VEGETABLES:

• We can add the cucumbers, bell peppers, and tomatoes to provide freshness, crunch, and color. We have to use fresh & firm vegetables to prevent sogginess.

DRESSING:

• We can make our dressing by using olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and Italian herbs, or use a Keto Italian dressing. Homemade dressing has a nice flavor and fewer carbs than store-bought.

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INSTRUCTION:

1. Take a pot and boil the pasta rendering to the directions mention on the given box.
2. Then we can drain the pasta well and rinse it properly.
3. We can chop and grate the vegetables and the cheese, meanwhile the pasta boils, and chop the mozzarella, bell peppers, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
4. Then we can put the cooked pasta, pepperoni, cheeses, olives, and veggies in a big bowl.
5. And toss with the dressing till evenly distributed.
6. We can add the salt & pepper.
7. Then we can chill for half an hour before serving for optimal flavor.

TIPS:

• We can add banana peppers or red pepper flakes to prepare the spicy pepperoni pasta.
• You can also add the salami or grilled chicken to boost the amount of protein.
• We can also use the pre-cut vegetables to save time.
• We can also stir in a tablespoon of pesto to make it more indulgent.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• We can preserve this pepperoni pasta in an airtight box and store this salad for 3 days in the fridge.

FREEZER:

• We should not have to store this pepperoni pasta in the freezer because its texture will get ruined.

FAQs:

Does this pepperoni pasta have low-carb content?

• Yes, this pepperoni pasta has low carb content because it is made with keto-friendly noodles and contains lots of vegetables, and it contains only 5g net carbs.

What pasta varieties should I use to make the keto-friendly pepperoni pasta?

• We can use low-carb pasta substitutes like hearts of palm pasta, lupin-based spaghetti, or Shirataki noodles for this pasta.

How to make this pepperoni pasta dairy-free?

• We can use the dairy-free cheese or exclude the cheese to make this pepperoni pasta dairy-free.

Is this pepperoni pasta spicier?

• No, this pepperoni pasta is not spicier, but we can add the chili flakes or spicy pepperoni to make this pepperoni pasta spicier.

Will we store this pepperoni pasta?

• We can preserve this pasta in an airtight box and save this pasta for 3 days in the fridge, and this dish is not good to preserve in the freezer as its texture will get ruined.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 290 kcal
Total carbs: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Net Carbs: 5g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 23g
Calcium: 180mg
Iron: 1.1mg
Vitamin A: 450 IU
Sodium: 720mg
Potassium: 220mg