Whole30 Turkey Spaghetti Sauce

Satisfy your craving for a hearty, flavorful dinner with this Whole30 Turkey Spaghetti Sauce—a wholesome and nutrient-packed twist on classic spaghetti sauce. Made with lean ground turkey, a medley of aromatic vegetables, and richly seasoned with dried basil, oregano, and paprika, this sauce boasts bold, savory flavors without any added sugars or processed ingredients. Simmered to perfection with Whole30-compliant chicken broth and crushed tomatoes, it delivers a beautifully thick and satisfying texture. Whether served over zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or your favorite roasted veggies, this one-pot meal is the perfect healthy comfort food for busy nights. Plus, it’s ready in under an hour, making it a go-to for Whole30 meal prep!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth. Stir everything together until well combined.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed with additional salt or pepper.

Step 9

Remove from heat and let the sauce rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

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

Serving size	(1856.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1228.7

Total Fat 63.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 322.0mg	0%
Sodium 3470.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 37.8g
Protein 99.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 281.5mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 2635.5mg	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: 45.7%

Protein: 31.7%

Carbs: 22.5%