Keto Turkey Spaghetti Sauce
Savor the rich, hearty flavors of this Keto Turkey Spaghetti Sauce, a perfect low-carb alternative to traditional pasta dishes. Packed with lean ground turkey, fragrant garlic and onions, and a robust blend of Italian seasonings, this sauce is simmered to perfection with sugar-free diced tomatoes and a splash of beef broth for a deeply satisfying taste. Served over zoodles or your favorite keto-friendly pasta substitute, this dish is ideal for those looking to enjoy a comforting bowl of spaghetti while sticking to their keto lifestyle. Ready in under 45 minutes, it’s a simple and wholesome dinner option, topped with fresh basil and optional Parmesan cheese for a delicious finishing touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes (no sugar added)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 0.25 cup Beef broth
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil
- 4 cups Zucchini noodles (zoodles) or other keto-friendly pasta substitute
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Finely chop the garlic and onion. Add them to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant and the onions become translucent.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and enhance their flavor.
Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, and beef broth to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
While the sauce is simmering, prepare the zucchini noodles or other keto-friendly pasta substitute according to package instructions or by lightly sautéing them in a separate pan for 2-3 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Right before serving, stir in fresh basil for added brightness and aroma.
Serve the turkey spaghetti sauce over the prepared zucchini noodles. Top with Parmesan cheese, if desired, for an extra layer of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.2 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 770 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.6 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1161 mg | 25% | |
*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.
