Veggie-Packed Turkey Bolognese : Lean, Hearty, and Full of Flavor
This Veggie-Packed Turkey Bolognese is your go-to comfort dish with a healthy upgrade. Made with lean ground turkey, loads of hidden veggies, and a light tomato sauce, it’s rich in flavor without the heaviness. Serve it over whole wheat spaghetti and finish with basil or a touch of ricotta for a balanced, feel-good dinner that satisfies every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
12 oz whole wheat spaghetti
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely diced
1 celery stalk, finely diced
1 small zucchini or 1 cup mushrooms, diced
2 cups tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
½ cup water or broth
1 tsp dried basil or Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: ½ cup red lentils (for fiber), ricotta cheese for topping
Instructions
Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet or pot, heat olive oil. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
Stir in zucchini or mushrooms, and cook for 2–3 minutes.
Add tomato sauce, water/broth, basil, salt, and pepper. If using lentils, stir them in now. Simmer for 15–20 minutes until sauce thickens and flavors meld.
Serve sauce over spaghetti and top with a dollop of ricotta or fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Calories: 430 per serving
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 36g