Vegan Turkey Spaghetti Sauce
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Vegan Turkey Spaghetti Sauce—a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Packed with protein-rich vegan ground turkey, aromatic sautéed onions and garlic, and a robust tomato base, this sauce gets an herbaceous boost from dried oregano and basil, plus a hint of smoky paprika. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy vegan recipe strikes the perfect balance between rich, satisfying flavors and wholesome, meat-free ingredients. Serve it over your favorite pasta for the ultimate cozy meal, or use it as a versatile topping for baked dishes. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this vegan spaghetti sauce is sure to become a new staple in your plant-based recipe collection!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 12 ounces Vegan ground turkey
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or deep skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until softened.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the vegan ground turkey to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks, until browned.
Step 5
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth, mixing well.
Step 6
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.
Step 7
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Allow to simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 8
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt or spices to suit your taste.
Step 9
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Step 10
Serve over your favorite pasta or use as a topping for other dishes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1567.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1154.2 |
| Total Fat 59.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4378.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 91.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.2g | |
| Protein 66.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 454.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3791.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories