Whole30 Turkey Spaghetti Sauce
Discover the ultimate comfort food made healthy with this Whole30 Turkey Spaghetti Sauce! Packed with flavor and loaded with nutrient-rich ingredients, this wholesome recipe features lean ground turkey, vibrant vegetables like carrots and celery, and aromatic garlic and onion, all simmered in a savory blend of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and Whole30-compliant chicken broth. Perfectly seasoned with dried basil, oregano, paprika, and a touch of optional red pepper flakes for a gentle kick, this sauce delivers bold, hearty flavor without added sugars or preservatives. Ready in under an hour, this versatile sauce is perfect over zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or your favorite roasted vegetables, and makes a satisfying, paleo-friendly meal the whole family will love. Make it extra special with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large carrot, finely diced
- 1 celery stalk, finely diced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes (no added sugar)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste (no added sugar)
- 1 cup chicken broth (Whole30-compliant)
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and add the ground turkey to the empty space. Break the turkey into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until fully browned with no pink remaining.
Stir the vegetables and turkey together in the pan. Add the paprika, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the turkey and vegetables with the spices.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth. Stir everything together until well combined.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The flavors will meld together, and the sauce will thicken slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed with additional salt or pepper.
Remove from heat and let the sauce rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the turkey spaghetti sauce over your favorite Whole30-compliant base, such as zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or roasted vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.7 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 3471 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 99.5 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2636 mg | 56% | |
*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.
