Turkey Bolognese
Turkey Bolognese is a delicious and healthier twist on the classic Italian sauce, featuring lean ground turkey simmered with fresh herbs and ripe tomatoes. This comforting dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, delivering rich flavors that satisfy the whole family. Serve it over your favorite pasta or zoodles for a delightful meal that even picky eaters will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, sauté onion, carrot, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet; break apart and cook until no longer pink (approximately 6 minutes).
- Pour in crushed tomatoes along with basil and oregano. Stir well and let simmer on low heat for 20 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over pasta or zoodles, drizzled with olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider incorporating a splash of red wine or swapping ground turkey for beef or chicken. - You can enhance the sauce by adding mushrooms or bell peppers. - To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.