High Protein Savory Pasta with Ground Meat
Packed with flavor and nutrition, this High Protein Savory Pasta with Ground Meat is the perfect weeknight meal to satisfy your appetite while supporting a healthy lifestyle. Featuring hearty whole wheat pasta, lean ground beef or turkey, and an irresistible medley of garlic, onion, red bell peppers, mushrooms, and tomatoes, this dish delivers a rich depth of flavor and plenty of protein in every bite. A blend of Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes adds a zingy touch to the sauce, while grated Parmesan and fresh basil provide a deliciously fragrant finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for busy days and serves as a satisfying and wholesome dinner option for the whole family. Whether you’re after a high-protein pasta recipe, healthy comfort food, or a simple yet flavorful dinner idea, this dish is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
- 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it begins to soften.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in the diced red bell pepper and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 5 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer the mixture uncovered for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken.
Combine the cooked pasta with the meat sauce in the skillet. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Serve the pasta topped with grated Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped basil.
Enjoy your high protein savory pasta warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.4 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.7 g | 239% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 411 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 3977 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.9 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.6 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 169.6 g | 339% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 987 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 25.1 mg | 139% | |
| Potassium | 4592 mg | 98% | |
*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.
