Which pasta has the lowest carbs?

"Vegetable-based pastas, such as zucchini noodles or hearts of palm noodles , tend to be lowest in carbs and calories," says Sassos. "They are also packed with nutrient-dense vitamins and minerals and are naturally gluten-free. Shirataki noodles and kelp noodles are also quite low in carbs and calories."

How do you thicken chili without carbs?

Top 5 keto thickener substitutes Xanthan gum. Used for baking or thickening soups or sauces, xanthan gum has zero net carbs. ... Guar gum. A plant fiber from the seed of the guar plant, guar gum has zero net carbs. ... Glucomannan (konjac): ... Agar agar. ... Gelatin.

How many carbs in a bowl of chili mac?

Nutrition Total Fat 18g 23% Cholesterol 35mg 12% Sodium 780mg 34% Total Carbohydrate 48g 17% Dietary Fiber 3g 11% 5 more rows

What noodles have no carbs?

Konjac noodles are mostly water. They are about 97% water and 3% glucomannan fiber. Glucomannan is a soluble fiber that absorbs water – hence how these noodles are made. The carbs from the glucomannan in the konjac root are not digestible which is why most shirataki noodles have zero net carbs.

What is a substitute for macaroni?

6 Healthy Alternatives to Traditional Pasta Zucchini Noodles or “Zoodles” Zucchini is low in saturated fat and sodium, and very low in cholesterol. ... Squash Noodles. ... Quinoa Pasta. ... Rice Pasta. ... Black Bean Pasta. ... Shirataki Noodles.

What's a good low-carb substitute for pasta?

8 Low-Carb & Grain-Free Substitutes for Pasta Zucchini. Zucchini is a popular noodle substitute because its texture makes it easy to spiral out into spaghetti-like shapes. ... Cauliflower. ... Spaghetti Squash. ... Egg Noodles. ... Cucumber. ... Broccoli. ... Eggplant. ... Cabbage.

What pasta is allowed on a keto diet?

Keto, low-carb pasta can be made from a variety of vegetables including zucchini, spaghetti squash, and kelp . Or, look to alternatives like shirataki noodles and low-carb flours. Looking for low-carb keto noodle recipes? We've got you covered with high-protein, low-carb ramen recipes.

Which pasta is better for diabetics?

Whole wheat pasta is an excellent choice for diabetics as it contains whole grains. In addition to whole wheat pasta having a lower glycemic index than traditional pasta, whole wheat pasta also contains more fiber which can help to keep blood sugar levels in check.

Does brown pasta have less carbs than white pasta?

Though pasta is versatile and inexpensive, it's also high in carbs. Choosing a whole wheat variety is typically lower in carbs . Just 1 cup (151 grams) of cooked spaghetti packs 46 grams of carbs (43 grams net carbs). The same amount of whole wheat pasta provides 45 grams (39 grams net carbs).

Do egg noodles have less carbs than pasta?

Egg noodles' nutritional content is similar to that of regular pasta but slightly lower in calories, carbs, and protein ( 1 , 2 ). They're also often enriched, meaning that certain vitamins and minerals have been added, increasing their nutritional value.

Chili Mac Recipe - Low Carb Macaroni (2024)

By Lisa MarcAurele · Jul 3, 2020 · 10 Comments

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A spicy ground beef and pasta casserole that can be made with any pasta. But to cut carbs, this chili mac recipe used low carb macaroni.

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Chili Mac Recipe with Low Carb Macaroni
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I had a craving for pasta and I just happened to have a bag of low carb elbows in the pantry claiming to be low carb. Most of the carbs in this low carb pasta are indigestible so each serving is stated to have 4g of carbs.

I'm not sure how true it is so I don't eat low carb pasta very often. However, it is a nice thing to have in the house for those times when comfort food cravings kick in.

As most of you may know, I'm a big fan of casseroles and spicy food. So, I made a low carb macaroni chili mac recipe with ground beef andMexican spices.

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This dish reminds me of the hamburger helper meals I used to make in my college apartment. Of course, that was back in my high carb days when I ate a lot of unhealthy processed foods.

Both of my kids enjoyed the casserole and didn't even question if it was low carb. It tasted just like the regular thing to them.

I was happy to sneak in some extra fiber without them knowing it by using the low carb macaroni. I'm thinking I should make it more often since it's got to be better than the high glycemic pasta they usually eat.

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This chili mac recipe can be tweaked to your liking. I used a Mexican blend of finely shredded cheese which contained mild cheddar, Monterey jack, queso quesadilla and asadero cheese.

I also used spice packets from a chili kit so the amounts are estimates. I really liked this casserole and will make it again. However, I'll probably use shirataki ziti noodles which I know have negligible carbs.

If you aren't familiar with shirataki pasta, it's made from konjac which is primarily fiber.

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A lot of people don't like to use shiratake because it doesn't have the same texture as regular pasta. Instead, it's a bit rubbery and slimy. And, it doesn't smell very good right out of the package.

However, I'd urge you to give it a try. I find the smell and texture do improve when it's properly prepared. The best method is dry roasting the shiratake noodles dry before using.

But, if you have tried shiratake and just can't make it work for you, there are other options. There are a couple companies that offer better tasting low carb pasta like this one. However, they usually aren't gluten free.

Chili Mac Recipe with Low Carb Macaroni

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Recipe

Chili Mac with Low Carb Macaroni

4.84 from 6 votes

A spicy low carb ground beef and pasta casserole that's similar to hamburger helper. This recipe requires low carb macaroni to keep the carbs in check.

Ingredients

▢ 2 cups low carb elbows cooked and drained, I prefer shiratake
▢ 1 pound ground beef
▢ 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
▢ 1 ½ teaspoons dried onion flakes
▢ 1 ½ teaspoons dried minced garlic
▢ 4 teaspoons chili powder
▢ ½ teaspoon salt
▢ ½ teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
▢ ½ teaspoon paprika
▢ ½ teaspoon oregano
▢ ½ teaspoon cumin
▢ 2 cups shredded cheese a Mexican blend is perfect

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Instructions

Cook ground beef with onion and garlic in large skillet over medium heat; pour off drippings. Add tomatoes, and the remaining seasoning; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Toss pasta with meat mixture. Spoon half of mixture into a 9×9 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese; top with remaining meat mixture. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese on top. Cover with foil; bake in preheated 350 degrees F oven 25 minutes. Uncover and cook 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted.

Notes

*UPDATE: I no longer use or recommend Dreamfields pasta as it is NOT low carb or gluten free!

Nutritional data used Miracle Noodles shirataki pasta

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Additional Info

Net Carbs: 4g | % Carbs: 5.1% | % Protein: 34.5% | % Fat: 60.4% | SmartPoints: 10

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Catherine
March 16, 2023 at 1:12 pm
I made this last night and was a little nervous about how my 9 year old twins would like it because I put all the red pepper in and used tomatoes with green chilies… My daughter snuck a taste before we prayed and said it was the best dinner she’d ever had!
We all loved it. I made it with one large spaghetti squash. Thanks for another GREAT recipe! 🤗
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James
October 01, 2018 at 2:28 pm
Do you think this would be fine with the spaghetti shiratake?
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- Lisa
  October 02, 2018 at 10:05 am
  I've made it with shiratake and it comes out pretty good if you like those low carb noodles. Some people just can't get past the texture of shiratake.
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Emily Kemp
June 19, 2018 at 9:14 am

Love the sound of this!
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Kary Hartmann
March 20, 2018 at 4:25 pm
how many servings does this make
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- Lisa
  March 21, 2018 at 5:30 am
  I get 9 large pieces.
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Erika
February 14, 2018 at 5:11 pm
Is the ingredients list correct on the chili powder and salt? I did one TBS of chili powder and half what it says for salt and it’s very strong.
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- Lisa
  February 15, 2018 at 5:50 am
  It may have been 4 teaspoons. That does seem to be a bit much. As for the salt, 1/2 teaspoons should be plenty.
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Ken
October 29, 2017 at 11:41 am
How do you dry roast the the shirataki noodles ?
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- Lisa
  October 29, 2017 at 3:37 pm
  The instructions for dry roasting are in this post.
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