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Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese

Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese

Last modified: Oct 01, 2024. Originally posted: Oct 12, 2023

Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic favorite with a wholesome twist! Our Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese is a nutritious masterpiece, starring lean ground meat, aromatic herbs, and vibrant tomatoes. Served over al dente spaghetti, this guilt-free version is packed with hearty goodness, guaranteed to satisfy your cravings without compromising on taste.

Authors
Alex Turner
Alex Turner
Total Time
55 minutes
Recipe Yield
4 servings
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Italian
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Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground turkey


• 1 small onion, finely chopped


• 2 cloves garlic, minced


• 1 carrot, finely chopped


• 1 stalk celery, finely chopped


• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained


• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste


• 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth


• 1 tsp dried basil


• 1 tsp dried oregano


• 1/2 tsp salt


• 1/4 tsp black pepper


• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese


• 8 oz whole wheat spaghetti


• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions on how to make Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese


  1. In a large skillet, cook ground turkey over medium heat until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  2. In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and celery until tender.

  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.

  4. Add the cooked ground turkey back into the skillet and stir to combine.

  5. Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. Meanwhile, cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions.

  7. Serve the bolognese sauce over the cooked spaghetti.

  8. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

  9. Enjoy your delicious and healthy Spaghetti Bolognese!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What type of meat can I use for this Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese?


A1: You can use lean ground turkey for this recipe.


Q2: What are the key vegetables in this recipe?


A2: The key vegetables in this recipe are onion, garlic, carrot, and celery.


Q3: How long should I simmer the bolognese sauce?


A3: You should simmer the bolognese sauce for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition

Fat Content
8g
Saturated Fat Content
2.5g
Carbohydrate Content
44g
Fibre Content
7g
Sugar Content
10g
Protein Content
29g
Sodium Content
580mg
Calories
345
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