Description
Ground Turkey Pasta is a delightful blend of lean ground turkey, al dente pasta, and a rich tomato sauce infused with aromatic garlic and herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this quick recipe delivers comfort and flavor in just 30 minutes. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices for a personal touch. Topped with grated Parmesan cheese, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 8 oz penne or spaghetti pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (3-4 minutes). Add ground turkey, breaking it up until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning; season with salt and pepper. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together until well coated. Adjust consistency with more olive oil or reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Spoon into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese before enjoying!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg