Low Fat Savory Pasta with Ground Meat
Indulge in a wholesome and flavorful meal with this Low Fat Savory Pasta with Ground Meat recipe, a perfect choice for healthy weeknight dinners. Featuring nutrient-packed whole wheat pasta and lean ground turkey, this dish is loaded with vibrant vegetables like red bell pepper, zucchini, and aromatic garlic, all simmered in a rich, comforting tomato-based sauce infused with basil and oregano. Quick to prepare in under an hour, it offers the ideal balance of hearty and healthy. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, this recipe is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Serve this low-fat pasta for a guilt-free indulgence that keeps your family full and happy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 14 ounces crushed tomatoes, canned
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, adding a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean ground turkey. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned completely and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in the diced red bell pepper and zucchini, then cook for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
Season the mixture with dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until well combined with the meat sauce.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy this hearty and healthy low-fat savory pasta dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.3 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 324 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 2074 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.9 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 121.3 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 341 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 3640 mg | 77% | |
*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.
