Heart-Healthy Ground Turkey Spaghetti

Satisfy your cravings for a comforting pasta dish while staying mindful of your health with our Heart-Healthy Ground Turkey Spaghetti. This wholesome recipe swaps traditional beef for lean ground turkey and uses whole grain spaghetti for a fiber-rich twist. The flavorful sauce, made with no-salt-added diced tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and fragrant herbs like oregano and basil, is both nutrient-packed and delicious. A handful of baby spinach adds a boost of vitamins and color, while a sprinkle of fresh basil elevates the presentation. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 45 minutes. Enjoy all the indulgence of classic spaghetti guilt-free with this lighter, heart-smart alternative!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Whole grain spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 pound Lean ground turkey
• 1 medium Red onion, chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Red bell pepper, chopped
• 28 ounces Diced tomatoes, no salt added
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Baby spinach, chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the whole grain spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Once hot, add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Add the chopped red onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and chopped red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for an additional 3 minutes until the peppers begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Return the cooked ground turkey to the skillet. Stir in the chopped baby spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

Step 7

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce and vegetables.

Step 8

Serve the spaghetti hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2142.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1644.3

Total Fat 66.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 324.0mg	0%
Sodium 1741.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.9g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 125.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 599.5mg	0%
Iron 26.7mg	0%
Potassium 4953.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.2%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 37.3%