Slimming World Spaghetti Bolognese is the perfect midweek meal for all the family. Not only is it low in fat, but it’s also low in syns, thus slimming world friendly. It’s also full of flavour, so you don’t need to be on Slimming World to enjoy this tasty dish.
This slimming, world-friendly meal also works well as part of a controlled healthy diet plan. It’s one of those meals that, although a healthy Italian dish, is super easy to make and also the perfect comfort food.
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Also, if you are happy to use the odd syn with a spoonful of low-fat mayonnaise, it takes this Bolognese sauce to a new level.Â
I like to make this family-friendly spaghetti bolognese in batches and freeze portions ready to pull out of the freezer for a quick midweek meal. But also pop a portion in the fridge to microwave with a jacket potato or rice for a quick lunch.Â
This recipe can also be used with Quorn Mince and vegetable stock cubes for a vegetarian-friendly bolognese.Â
What You Will Find Here
How To Make Slimming World Spaghetti Bolognese
Shopping List
- 500g extra lean beef mince steak
- Low-calorie cooking spray
- 500g Pasatta
- 1 tablespoon mixed herbs
- 1 red onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 150g mushrooms
- 400g tin or chopped tomatoes
- 350g linguine pasta or dried spaghetti
- Salt and pepper to season.
Recipe Optional Extras To Sneak In Extra Veggies
- 60g 50% less fat cheddar, or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese (Extra syns)
- 1 tsp of light mayonnaise (Trust me its the best)
- 1 red pepper
- Carrots
- Celery
- Bay leaf
- Chilli flakes
Method
- Boil the mince in a pan for around 5 minutes until it starts to cook and the fat rises to the top.
- Now drain the mince to remove excess fat and water and keep it to one side.
- Meanwhile, chop the onions and mushrooms into the pan to brown with a low-calorie cooking spray.
- Add the mince, and mix in with the onion and mushroom mix. Now brown off for 5 minutes before adding the passata and tinned tomatoes and mixing well.
- Sprinkle in the herbs, crush the garlic to add and grind in salt and pepper.
- Then simmer for 30 mins, stirring at intervals.
- Meanwhile, boil the pasta for 18 minutes and drain.
- Now serve pop in the mayonnaise and mix well to warm and serve.
Recipe Variations
- At this point, you may choose to add a tablespoon of reduced-fat mayonnaise. ( I know it doesn’t sound very good, however, trust me and give it a go, it tastes fantastic.)
- Sprinkle with low fat cheese.
- Sweet red pepper; add this at the onion and mushroom stage.
- Also, if you are not following slimming world or want an extra treat, add a glass of red wine with the passata and tinned tomatoes.
- Add a tin of baked beans to any leftovers for lunch the day after.
More Ideas For Easy Midweek Family Meals
- Slimming World Chicken Curry.
- Recipe For Pork Meatballs In Tomato Sauce
- Goats Cheese And Red Onion Tart
- How To Make Chicken Leftovers Pie
Cooking Home Made Bolognese FAQs
Use lean ground meat or substitute it with ground turkey or chicken.
Drain off any excess fat after browning the meat.
Reduce or omit the use of oil or butter for sautéing the vegetables. Instead, use a small amount of low-fat cooking spray or water.
Choose low-fat or fat-free dairy products, such as skimmed milk or reduced-fat milk, instead of heavy cream.
Absolutely! Adding vegetables to your Bolognese sauce enhances the flavour and adds nutritional value and bulk. Finely chopped carrots, celery, onions, and bell peppers are commonly used to create a flavorful base for the sauce.
You can substitute regular pasta with healthier alternatives such as whole wheat pasta, brown rice pasta, or even zucchini noodles (zoodles) for a low-carb option. These alternatives provide more fibre and nutrients compared to refined pasta.
Allow the sauce to cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container or freezer bags. Label and date the containers before placing them in the freezer. The sauce can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Alternatively, you can make the base sauce without the meat and freeze that in portions.
You can make a vegetarian or vegan version of Bolognese sauce by using plant-based protein alternatives such as lentils, mushrooms, or textured vegetable protein (TVP). These alternatives can be cooked and seasoned to mimic the texture and flavour of ground meat.
To enhance the flavour of your low-fat Bolognese sauce, you can use a combination of dried herbs like basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. Additionally, you can add a splash of red wine, balsamic vinegar, or Worcestershire sauce to deepen the flavour profile. Experiment with different herbs and seasonings to find the combination that suits your taste preferences.
Slimming World Spaghetti Bolognese
Easy home made spaghetti Bolognese recipe made from scratch.
Ingredients
- 500g 5% fat minced steak
- 500g Pasatta
- 1 tablespoon mixed herbs
- 1 red onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 150g mushrooms
- 400g tin or chopped tomatoes
- 350g linguine pasta
- Tablespoon mixed herbs
- Salt and pepper to season
Instructions
Boil the mince in a pan for around 5 minutes, just until it starts to cook and the fat rises to the top.
Now drain the mince to remove excess fat and water and keep to one side.
Meanwhile chop the onions and mushrooms and place into the pan to brown.
Add the mince, mix in with the onion and mushroom mix. Now brown off for 5 minutes before adding the passata and tinned tomatoes and mixing well.
Sprinkle in the herbs, crush the garlic to add and grind in salt and pepper.
Then simmer for 30 mins, stirring at intervals.
Meanwhile boil the pasta for 18 minutes and drain.
Now serve.
Notes
Recipe Optional Extras
At this point you may choose to add a tablespoon of reduced fat mayonnaise. 1 tablespoon of light mayonnaise 10 Calories per serving, 1g Fat
(I know it sounds awful, however trust me and give it a go it tastes amazing.)
Sprinkle with low fat cheese. 60g 50% less fat cheddar , 37 Calories per serving , 20g Fat per serving
Sweet red pepper, add this at the onion and mushroom stage.
If you are not following slimming world or want an extra treat also add a glass of red wine with the passata and tinned tomato’s.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 531Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 121mgSodium: 148mgCarbohydrates: 36gFiber: 4gSugar: 5gProtein: 40g
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