Zucchini Noodles with Turkey Bolognese

A lighter take on classic spaghetti using zucchini noodles and lean turkey. Only 250 calories per serving!

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
250
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
Italian
Zucchini Noodles with Turkey Bolognese - Diet Friendly recipe

Ingredients

  • • 4 large zucchini, spiralized
  • • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • • 1 onion, finely diced
  • • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 1 carrot, grated
  • • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • • Fresh basil for garnish
  • • 2 tablespoons parmesan (optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Brown turkey in a large skillet, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Step 2: Add onion, garlic, and carrot. Cook 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Step 3: Pour in crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Step 4: Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Step 5: Spiralize zucchini or use store-bought zoodles. Quickly sauté 2-3 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Serve turkey bolognese over zucchini noodles. Garnish with basil and parmesan.