Low Fat Jollibee-Style Spaghetti
Indulge in the guilt-free delight of *Low Fat Jollibee-Style Spaghetti*, a healthier twist on the iconic Filipino comfort food. This recipe captures the signature sweet and savory flavors of Jollibee's spaghetti while keeping it light and wholesome. Made with whole wheat spaghetti, lean ground turkey, and a medley of veggies like red bell peppers and grated carrots, this dish is packed with nutrients. A unique blend of banana ketchup, low-fat tomato sauce, a hint of sugar, and creamy low-fat milk creates that irresistibly rich and sweet sauce, perfectly coating each strand of pasta. Topped with a sprinkle of reduced-fat cheddar cheese, this dish offers all the indulgence with fewer calories. Ideal for family meals, this low-fat Filipino-style spaghetti is both comforting and nutritious, making it a hit for health-conscious pasta lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g whole wheat spaghetti
- 500 g lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 2 large carrots, finely grated
- 400 g canned low-fat tomato sauce
- 1 cup banana ketchup
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the lean ground turkey to the skillet, cooking and stirring until it is browned and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
Stir in the diced red bell pepper and grated carrots. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables have softened.
Mix in the tomato sauce, banana ketchup, light soy sauce, and sugar. Stir to combine the ingredients evenly.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat. Add the low-fat milk. Stir occasionally and allow the sauce to thicken slightly, about 10 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Combine the cooked spaghetti with the sauce, ensuring that the pasta is thoroughly coated.
Transfer the spaghetti to a serving dish and sprinkle evenly with the reduced-fat cheddar cheese.
Serve hot, enjoying your low-fat version of Jollibee-style spaghetti.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.0 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.7 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 5474 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.4 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 103.3 g | ||
| Protein | 168.3 g | 337% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 1402 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 3308 mg | 70% | |
*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.
