Heart-Healthy Ground Meat with Tomato Sauce
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this **Heart-Healthy Ground Meat with Tomato Sauce**—a flavorful, nutritious twist on a classic. Made with extra-lean ground turkey and simmered in a delicious blend of no-added-salt diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and low-sodium chicken broth, this dish is a lighter alternative that's still rich in Italian-inspired flavors. Sautéed onions and garlic create a robust base, while aromatic herbs like oregano, basil, and parsley elevate the dish with freshness. A touch of red pepper flakes adds the perfect hint of heat. Ready in under an hour and perfect for four servings, this wholesome skillet creation is ideal served over whole-grain pasta or paired with steamed vegetables for a balanced, guilt-free meal. Perfect for anyone seeking a heart-healthy, low-sodium, and high-protein dinner idea that doesn’t skimp on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound extra-lean ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups diced tomatoes, no added salt
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil to the skillet.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the onions are soft and translucent.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the extra-lean ground turkey to the skillet. Cook until the turkey is browned, about 7-10 minutes, breaking apart with a spoon as it cooks.
Once the turkey is browned, reduce the heat to medium. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the sauce. Stir to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Remove the lid, stir in the chopped fresh parsley, and let the sauce simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and serve the heart-healthy ground meat with tomato sauce over whole grain pasta or a side of your choice. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.1 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 389 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 128.4 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2688 mg | 57% | |
*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.
