Description
Turkey spaghetti is a delightful and easy weeknight meal that combines lean ground turkey with perfectly cooked spaghetti in a rich, savory sauce. This comforting dish not only satisfies your hunger but also impresses with its vibrant flavors and textures. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, turkey spaghetti is sure to become a new favorite that leaves everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 8 oz spaghetti (whole wheat or gluten-free)
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Sauté the onions until translucent (3-5 minutes), then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Drain spaghetti and combine it with the turkey sauce mixture, tossing gently to coat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg