Heart-Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese
Transform your favorite comfort food into a nutritious delight with this Heart-Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese. This recipe combines tender whole-grain spaghetti with a rich and flavorful turkey-based sauce, bursting with wholesome ingredients like finely diced carrots, celery, and garlic. Made with heart-smart substitutions such as lean ground turkey, extra-virgin olive oil, low-sodium chicken broth, and no-salt-added crushed tomatoes, it’s a guilt-free adaptation of the classic Italian dish. Seasoned to perfection with dried oregano, basil, and a dash of black pepper, this lighter Bolognese delivers all the savory satisfaction without compromising your health goals. Ready in under an hour and perfect for a family dinner, this delicious meal is completed with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Enjoy a hearty, wholesome pasta night with this easy and nutritious dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Whole-grain spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Carrot, finely diced
- 1 stalk Celery, finely diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey (93% lean or more)
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes, no added salt
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the whole-grain spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, oregano, basil, black pepper, and salt (if using).
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve the Bolognese sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Enjoy your heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 55.7 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 1130 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.8 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 130.9 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 3828 mg | 81% | |
*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.
