Soy-Free Turkey Bolognese
Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty and wholesome Soy-Free Turkey Bolognese, a lighter twist on the classic Italian dish. Featuring lean ground turkey, a medley of finely diced vegetables, and fragrant herbs like oregano and thyme, this recipe delivers robust flavor without compromise. A rich tomato-based sauce is simmered to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully, while remaining completely soy-free and customizable for gluten-free pasta options. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep time, this recipe is perfect for busy families or meal prep enthusiasts seeking a comforting yet nutritious dish. Pair it with your favorite pasta and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a restaurant-worthy presentation that’s bursting with vibrant, homemade charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 medium carrots, finely diced
- 2 medium celery stalks, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 12 ounces pasta of choice (gluten-free if needed)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 8-10 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Return the cooked turkey to the skillet, then stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken stock, oregano, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken and the flavors will meld together.
While the sauce simmers, cook your pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Remove the bay leaf from the sauce and discard.
Serve the turkey Bolognese sauce over the cooked pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1911 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.1 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 343 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 4204 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.7 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.7 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.5 g | ||
| Protein | 134.4 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 531 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 4519 mg | 96% | |
*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.
