Hearty Turkey Ragu Ww
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Hearty Turkey Ragu WW, a rich and flavorful twist on classic Italian comfort food that's both nourishing and satisfying. Made with lean ground turkey, aromatic veggies, and a savory blend of dried herbs, this robust sauce simmers to perfection, delivering a burst of wholesome goodness in every bite. Low in calories but big on taste, it’s perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative without compromising flavor. Serve it over your favorite pasta or zucchini noodles for a customizable, crowd-pleasing meal. Ready in just an hour and garnished with fresh parsley, this recipe is ideal for busy families, meal preppers, or anyone craving a comforting, homemade dinner. Keywords: healthy turkey ragu, easy weeknight dinner, low-calorie ragu recipe, Italian turkey sauce, hearty turkey meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large Carrot, finely diced
- 1 stalk Celery stalk, finely diced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 12 ounces Pasta or zoodles (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the ground turkey to the empty side. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until the turkey is fully browned, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir the turkey and vegetables together, then add the tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute, stirring to coat the mixture evenly.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
Season the ragu with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Reduce the heat to low and let the ragu simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken and develop rich flavors.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve the turkey ragu over your choice of pasta or zoodles. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.6 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 424 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 642 mg | 14% | |
*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.
