Description
A quick and nutritious turkey Bolognese combined with al dente spaghetti creates a comforting, low‑fat meal that satisfies both the palate and the health‑conscious mind.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, finely diced
- 1 celery stalk, finely diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup low‑sodium chicken broth
- 8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, carrot, and celery; cook until softened.
- Add garlic, then ground turkey; cook until browned.
- Stir in mushrooms, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste.
- Season with oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and broth; simmer.
- Cook spaghetti until al dente; toss with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian‑American