Low Fat Turkey Bolognese
Transform your pasta nights with this hearty and healthy Low Fat Turkey Bolognese, a guilt-free twist on the classic Italian favorite. Packed with lean ground turkey, vibrant vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic herbs like basil and oregano, this dish delivers bold flavors without the extra fat. Perfect for those seeking a lighter, protein-packed meal, it pairs beautifully with zucchini noodles, whole wheat spaghetti, or your favorite pasta. Ready in just 50 minutes, this comforting recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness and serve up indulgence without compromise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 pounds lean ground turkey (93% lean or higher)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes (unsalted)
- 0.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoons dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 12 ounces zucchini noodles, whole wheat spaghetti, or pasta of choice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat a large nonstick skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and warm for a few seconds.
Add the finely chopped onion, carrot, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the ground turkey. Cook the turkey, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon, until it's no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste, mixing it into the turkey and vegetable mixture until well combined.
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, low-sodium chicken broth, dried basil, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt to taste. Stir everything together.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and allow the sauce to simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a splash more chicken broth.
Serve the turkey bolognese over zucchini noodles, whole wheat spaghetti, or your pasta of choice. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1295 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.1 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 1086 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.8 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.7 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.2 g | ||
| Protein | 118.9 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 419 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 4879 mg | 104% | |
*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.
