Description
A lighter twist on the Italian classic, this Healthy Turkey Bolognese Sauce is rich, hearty, and packed with vegetables, perfect for a comforting yet wholesome meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, finely diced
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Place a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat and warm the olive oil.
- Combine Ingredients: Add onions, carrots, and celery, cooking until soft and golden. Stir in the garlic until fragrant.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Push vegetables to the side and add the ground turkey, breaking it into small crumbles as it browns.
- Assemble the Dish: Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, broth, and dried herbs. Mix well so everything is evenly combined.
- Cook to Perfection: Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Finishing Touches: Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir in fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle generously over pasta or veggie noodles and enjoy every bite.
Notes
- Save some pasta water to stir into the sauce for extra silkiness.
- Double the batch and freeze half for busy nights.
- Add hidden veggies like zucchini or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 55mg