Ultimate Keto Comfort Foods: 14 Low-Carb Italian Recipes
We don't know about you, but whenever we think of "comfort food," our minds automatically go to the Italian menu. Tomatoes, garlic, pasta, spices, and, of course, plenty of cheese make the top ingredients on almost everyone’s favorite list.
Today, we’ve gone through our recipes to give you the ultimate Italian keto comfort foods. Because these recipes are made with It’s Skinny, they’re perfect for low-carb and keto dieters (and very very yummy).
It’s Skinny: The Pasta Solution
Whether it’s chilly outside, you’re feeling a bit down, or you’ve just had one of “those days,” Italian food offers a comfort like few other dishes. Maybe you grew up in a family that enjoyed spaghetti night once a week?
If so, you know that pasta is like a warm, comforting hug in a bowl. It pairs perfectly with so many other comforting ingredients, too—everything from cheese to garlic to sausage and tomato sauce. Plus, who can resist a creamy alfredo sauce?
No matter how you like your favorite Italian recipe, you probably feel it's too rich, decadent, and carb-heavy for an average weeknight. Well, It's Skinny is putting pasta back on the menu!
If you're following a low-carb style of eating, a keto diet, or going gluten-free, you can have all those yummy pasta dishes with It’s Skinny. Our gluten-free, plant-based shirataki noodles have only 9 calories and zero net carbs per pack!
You get an easy-to-prepare, generous portion of delicious pasta that will go with any recipe out there. Make an Italian breakfast scramble or a delicious eggplant parmesan.
Something about the richness of flavors, the hint of spice, and the sweetness of basil makes Italian food enjoyable for all. Whether you prefer something cheesy or meaty, you’ll find it here on this list.
With It’s Skinny, you can get every noodle shape you love and give any dish a low-carb makeover. Choose from shapes:
· Orzo
· Couscous
No matter the shape, you get the same great stats thanks to konjac root. What’s konjac root, you ask? It’s a unique vegetable that’s high in satisfying glucomannan fiber. It also happens to make texturally spot-on pasta noodles.
It’s Skinny noodles are the ideal shape and texture for any dish. They take on the flavors of surrounding ingredients (much like traditional pasta), so there's nothing to overpower your dish or leave a strange aftertaste.
The noodles heat up in 2-3 minutes and they’re ready to enjoy. Toss them into the pan at the end of cooking (no need to dirty another dish or boil water). It’s Skinny Pasta is the perfect, fast solution for any of your Italian comfort food cravings.
Ready for some ideas? Here are 14 of our favorite low-carb Italian recipes.
14 Low-Carb Italian Recipes
1. Healthy Fettuccine al la Bolognese
When you think "Italian classic," you probably think of pasta with Bolognese (meat) sauce. Skinny Fettuccine is a great choice here because the hearty noodles pair perfectly with the rich sauce. No Fettuccine on hand? No problem. Any It’s Skinny Shape would go well with this dish.
2. Low-Carb Spaghetti with Italian Sausage and Broccoli
Get in a healthy daily dose of veggies with this low-carb spaghetti with Italian sausage and broccoli. Even though it’s good for you, it doesn’t taste like bland or boring health food. This recipe is bound to be a go-to favorite for everyone in your family.
3. Eggplant Parmesan with Angel Hair
Eggplant Parmesan is a vegetarian favorite on any Italian menu. Meaty slices of eggplant pair perfectly with pillowy Angel Hair pasta. It’s a combination that feels delicate and decadent at the same time. Try our simple low-carb version.
4. Low-Carb Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Want that “Sunday dinner at Grandma’s” flavor? The classic spaghetti and meat sauce will transport you there instantly. This one is so iconic that it really needs no explanation (except to say, that it doesn’t take nearly as long to make as Grandma’s version, it’s keto-friendly, and SO yummy).
5. Low-Carb Sausage and Peppers Pasta with Cream Sauce
Yet another Italian comfort recipe—sausage and peppers! While this paring is traditionally enjoyed on a sandwich, it’s right at home over It’s Skinny Pasta with a crave-worthy cream sauce. This is the perfect meal for a chilly day.
6. Mussels Fra Diavolo with Low-Carb Angel Hair Pasta
How about a perfect meal for a date night or any special occasion? Skip the restaurant and enjoy this surprisingly easy, spicy mussel dish. It’s Skinny Angel Hair goes so well with mussels. If you haven’t cooked them at home before, don’t worry—it’s much simpler than you might think (and it looks VERY impressive)!
7. Low-Carb Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
Tomatoes aren’t the only perfect pasta sauce ingredient. Roasted red peppers bring sweet flavor to this bright sauce that’s perfect with practically any style of It’s Skinny Pasta. If you’re looking for a go-to roasted red pepper pasta recipe, look no further—this one is bound to become a menu regular.
8. Low-Carb Carbonara with Guanciale
Carbonara is quite literally the “bacon and eggs” of the pasta world. But we kick it up a notch with guanciale (delicious pork cheeks) for an elevated dish that feels truly special. That said, there are plenty of swaps for the guanciale if you can’t find it at your local market—this low-carb Italian recipe is yummy with almost any type of pork.
9. Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
It doesn’t get much more basic (or comforting) than garlic and olive oil pasta. This is an ideal, simple pasta dish if you’re feeling under the weather. Garlic helps boost your immune system (or at least helps you keep other people at a distance so you can rest and recuperate).
10. Chicken Cacciatore
Chicken, onions, peppers, and mushrooms come together with bright fresh basil in a tomato sauce. A touch of vinegar adds a little punch to this Italian comfort classic. This is one of those deceptively simple meals that you’ll cook up time and time again.
11. Low-Carb Margherita Pasta
Craving a Margherita pizza? With the Italian flag's red, white, and green, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil make a perfect combination. We lighten it up and lower the carbs by turning it into a low-carb pasta dish. This is the answer to comfort food in the summer months!
12. Eggplant Alfredo Fettuccine
Vegetarians and meat-eaters alike love this eggplant alfredo fettuccine. It’s Skinny keeps this dish ultra-low-carb. Enjoy plenty of satisfaction, rich flavor, and hearty texture with a keto Italian recipe that will make you add eggplant to your favorite food list.
13. Shrimp Piccata with Fettuccine
It turns out that you don’t need tomato sauce for every Italian comfort food recipe. This delicious shrimp piccata in a light, lemony caper sauce is here to prove it! Seafood is prevalent in Italian and Mediterranean cooking, and it's right at home in this fresh, bright, low-carb pasta.
14. Butternut Squash with It’s Skinny Fettuccine
For many folks, autumn is the cozy comfort season, and it doesn’t get more autumnal than low-carb butternut squash with pasta. If you’re a fan of squash ravioli, this dish kicks out the carbs and keeps all that amazing flavor. It’s the perfect way to ring in a chilly fall day (but you can still enjoy this one any time of year)!
Lighten Up Your Dishes with It’s Skinny!
The secret to any meal plan, whether it's low-carb, keto, or low-calorie, is to avoid deprivation. When dieting feels like punishment, it becomes too easy to throw in the towel and give way to our cravings.
It’s Skinny is here to help. You’ll find delicious pasta that is ideal for upgrading any comfort food you love (including chicken noodle soup)! We believe that every meal should make you feel good.
If you’re ready to try pasta but ditch the carbs and sluggish feelings that come along with it, It’s Skinny is the answer. Order some today and prepare to be amazed at the pastabilities!
