High Protein Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this High Protein Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce, a wholesome and flavorful meal that's packed with protein and bursting with bold Italian flavors. Made with nutrient-rich high-protein spaghetti crafted from lentils, chickpeas, or edamame, this recipe combines the robust, hearty goodness of lean ground turkey or plant-based protein with a rich homemade marinara sauce infused with aromatic garlic, onion, and herbs. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's a perfect choice for health-conscious food lovers seeking a quick and satisfying dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley and a choice of Parmesan or nutritional yeast, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious—ideal for busy weeknights or an impressive family feast. Add this protein-packed spaghetti recipe to your repertoire for a nourishing, flavor-forward meal everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces high-protein spaghetti (made from lentils, chickpeas, or edamame)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces lean ground turkey or plant-based ground protein
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt, then cook the high-protein spaghetti according to the package instructions (usually 7-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
While the spaghetti cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
If using lean ground turkey or plant-based ground protein, add it to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula, until fully cooked.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve the spaghetti topped with the marinara sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.0 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.2 g | 111% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 194 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 4485 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.8 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 70.3 g | 251% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.5 g | ||
| Protein | 180.8 g | 362% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1176 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 27.7 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 6700 mg | 143% | |
*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.
