Keto Turkey Spaghetti Sauce

Savor the delicious simplicity of this Keto Turkey Spaghetti Sauce, a low-carb spin on classic comfort food that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. Made with lean ground turkey, aromatic garlic and onions, and a rich tomato base enhanced with Italian seasoning and a touch of paprika, this sauce is a perfectly balanced combination of hearty and fresh. Simmered to perfection and finished with vibrant fresh basil, it pairs beautifully with zucchini noodles or your favorite keto-friendly pasta alternative for a satisfying, guilt-free meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, this gluten-free and sugar-free recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, and you can even customize it with a sprinkle of Parmesan for an extra indulgent touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes (no sugar added)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.25 cup Beef broth
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil
• 4 cups Zucchini noodles (zoodles) or other keto-friendly pasta substitute
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Finely chop the garlic and onion. Add them to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant and the onions become translucent.

Step 3

Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the Italian seasoning, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and enhance their flavor.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, and beef broth to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

Step 7

While the sauce is simmering, prepare the zucchini noodles or other keto-friendly pasta substitute according to package instructions or by lightly sautéing them in a separate pan for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Right before serving, stir in fresh basil for added brightness and aroma.

Step 10

Serve the turkey spaghetti sauce over the prepared zucchini noodles. Top with Parmesan cheese, if desired, for an extra layer of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2124.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1550.6

Total Fat 81.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 375.4mg	0%
Sodium 3889.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 50.9g
Protein 131.7g	0%

Vitamin D 12.8IU	0%
Calcium 1066.6mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 4597.6mg	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: 45.5%

Protein: 32.8%

Carbs: 21.7%