Heart Friendly Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

This delicious and healthy spaghetti sauce is perfect for the whole family! Originally found on a diabetic-friendly website, this recipe is packed with flavor and vegetables, making it a guilt-free treat. Conveniently portioned for freezing, it's ready in minutes for a quick and healthy weeknight meal. Say goodbye to boring healthy food and hello to tasty, heart-healthy goodness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 167.5 kcal
Protein 34g
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Ingredients for Heart Friendly Spaghetti Sauce

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How to Make Heart Friendly Spaghetti Sauce

  1. Crumble 1 lb ground turkey into a large saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the turkey is cooked through and no longer pink.
  2. Drain off any excess grease from the cooked turkey.
  3. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 medium carrot (chopped), 2 stalks celery (chopped), 1 medium zucchini (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) to the saucepan.
  4. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Use the back of a spoon to gently break up any whole tomatoes.
  6. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, reduce heat to low, partially cover, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve over your favorite cooked pasta.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

8g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Heart Friendly Spaghetti Sauce?

Heart Friendly Spaghetti Sauce takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Heart Friendly Spaghetti Sauce?

Heart Friendly Spaghetti Sauce has approximately 167.5 calories per serving, with about 34 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Heart Friendly Spaghetti Sauce?

The key ingredients for Heart Friendly Spaghetti Sauce are Lean Ground Turkey, Onion, Carrot, Celery Rib, Zucchini, Garlic Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.

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