Keto Pesto Macaroni

Shirataki noodles are nearly identical to traditional wheat pasta or egg noodles. They’re one of the best pasta substitutes that fits within the Keto diet. These Keto noodles can be found in a macaroni shape at some grocery stores. However, any shape shirataki noodle will have the same macros. The noodles are folded into a creamy pesto sauce that’s made from scratch. If you can’t get your hands on enough fresh basil for a homemade pesto sauce, you can substitute with jarred pesto. A handful of shredded gouda cheese brings the creaminess of the pesto sauce to the next level. Kids or adults will enjoy this one! Enjoy as a side dish or turn it into your main course with the tips below.

Side Dish Or Main Meal?

This Keto macaroni has enough fat macros in one serving to keep your nutrition log balanced. It’s a very simple recipe to whip up next to a portion of protein or low-carb vegetables. If you already have a larger main course prepared, you can cut the serving size down to a ½ cup instead of 1 cup. You can also turn the pesto macaroni into your main course! Keep the 1 cup serving portion and top it with your favorite protein. Sliced chicken or steak can be paired on top of the macaroni. If you’re vegetarian, roasted broccoli would be a scrumptious add-in to make your meal more filling.

Traditional Pesto

There are many, many ways to make pesto sauce, if you do a search online. You can make thick and creamy pesto sauces, like the one in this recipe. You can make a healthier “pesto” by stretching out your sauce by adding spinach or broccoli to your food processor. However, this Keto recipe sticks fairly close to the traditional way of making pesto sauce. Most classic pestos are made with pine nuts, but walnuts are a fair substitution that cost less money too. All pestos get their bright green hue, however, from loads and loads of fresh basil. This is why pesto sauces are perfect for the Keto diet: they’re low carb and high in healthy fats!

Jessica L.