Goulash Heart Healthy Version Recipe

Craving comfort food without the guilt? This lighter take on classic goulash is packed with flavor but lower in fat. Made with lean ground turkey and plenty of veggies, it's a quick and satisfying weeknight meal the whole family will love! Perfect for a healthy and delicious dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 384.7 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Goulash Heart Healthy Version 99

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Goulash Heart Healthy Version

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How to Make Goulash Heart Healthy Version

  1. Cook 1 pound of macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown 1 pound of lean ground turkey in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 teaspoons of garlic powder to the pot. Cook until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, including their juices. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the cooked macaroni to the pot. Stir to combine and heat through for about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup of reduced-fat cheese whiz (or a healthier alternative like a cashew cream cheese) until melted and smooth.
  7. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

12g

Carbs

15g