Heart-Healthy Ground Turkey Spaghetti
Elevate your pasta night with this Heart-Healthy Ground Turkey Spaghetti, a wholesome and flavorful twist on a classic comfort dish. Made with whole grain spaghetti, lean ground turkey, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this recipe is packed with nutrients without compromising on taste. A vibrant sauce of no-salt-added diced tomatoes, red bell peppers, and aromatic spices like oregano and basil brings a rich, satisfying flavor to every bite. Chopped baby spinach adds an extra boost of greens, while a garnish of fresh basil leaves gives it a bright, fresh finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make meal is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping healthy options. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that's as heart-friendly as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Whole grain spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey
- 1 medium Red onion, chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Red bell pepper, chopped
- 28 ounces Diced tomatoes, no salt added
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Baby spinach, chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the whole grain spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Once hot, add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Add the chopped red onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and chopped red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for an additional 3 minutes until the peppers begin to soften.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the cooked ground turkey to the skillet. Stir in the chopped baby spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce and vegetables.
Serve the spaghetti hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.9 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 324 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 1741 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.2 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.9 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.2 g | ||
| Protein | 125.8 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 600 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 26.7 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 4954 mg | 105% | |
*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.
