Turkey Spaghetti Sauce
Elevate your weeknight pasta dinners with this hearty and wholesome Turkey Spaghetti Sauce! Packed with dynamic flavors from tender ground turkey, a medley of aromatic vegetables, and a blend of Italian seasonings, this recipe creates a rich and satisfying sauce that’s perfect for pairing with your favorite pasta. A dash of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while fresh herbs like parsley and basil lend a bright, fragrant finish. Simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, this sauce delivers homemade comfort in every bite without overwhelming prep time. Top it off with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for the ultimate savory touch. Ready in under an hour, this high-protein dish is a delicious, nutritious, family-friendly recipe perfect for busy schedules.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 large celery stalk, finely diced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the ground turkey to the pan. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes).
Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened (about 5 minutes).
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Mix well to combine with the turkey and vegetables.
Add the Italian seasoning, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir well to incorporate the spices.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the sauce simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
After the sauce has simmered, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and fresh basil.
Serve the turkey spaghetti sauce over cooked pasta of your choice. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.5 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 342 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 4276 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.6 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.9 g | ||
| Protein | 110.4 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 699 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 4158 mg | 88% | |
*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.
