Low Fat Penne Bolognese
Indulge in the hearty comfort of Italian cuisine with this guilt-free Low Fat Penne Bolognese, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Made with whole grain penne for added fiber, lean ground turkey for a healthier protein option, and a medley of fresh vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, this recipe delivers robust flavor with fewer calories. The rich tomato sauce, simmered to perfection with aromatic herbs like oregano, basil, and a hint of bay leaf, pairs beautifully with al dente pasta. Ready in just an hour, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Garnished with fresh parsley and packed with nutrients, this low-fat pasta recipe ensures you can savor every bite without compromising on taste or nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams whole grain penne pasta
- 250 grams lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 medium celery stalk
- 2 garlic cloves
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 250 ml low sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Finely dice the onion, carrot, and celery. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until vegetables are softened.
Add minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Increase heat to medium-high and add the lean ground turkey. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, low sodium chicken broth, dried oregano, dried basil, and bay leaf.
Season with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the whole grain penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
Remove the bay leaf from the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the sauce over the cooked penne pasta, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1741 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.9 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 2516 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 271.7 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.4 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 100.2 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 3466 mg | 74% | |
*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.
