Baked Spaghetti Weight Watchers Friendly
Satisfy your pasta cravings guilt-free with this Baked Spaghetti Weight Watchers Friendly recipe! Made with whole wheat spaghetti, lean ground turkey, and a rich tomato-based sauce, this comforting casserole is packed with flavor while staying low in calories. A creamy layer of low-fat cottage cheese and gooey, golden part-skim mozzarella make it irresistibly cheesy, yet light. Perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs and an optional kick of red pepper flakes, this dish is baked to bubbly perfection in just 40 minutes. It's a wholesome, family-friendly meal that yields six hearty servings, ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Don’t forget the optional sprinkle of fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Whole wheat spaghetti
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 15 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes (low-sodium)
- 8 ounces Tomato sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup Shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lean ground turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the onion softens.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti, prepared meat sauce, and low-fat cottage cheese. Toss until the pasta is well-coated.
Transfer the spaghetti mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.6 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.6 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 398 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 2703 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.8 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 158.9 g | 318% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1304 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 3616 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
