Sneaky Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

This Sneaky Spaghetti Sauce is the perfect way to sneak extra veggies into your picky eaters' meals! Loaded with hidden carrots, zucchini, and more, this delicious and healthy sauce is also an excellent diabetic-friendly option. Blend the veggies beforehand for ultimate stealth mode (kid-tested and approved!). Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months for future deliciousness.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 143.3 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sneaky Spaghetti Sauce

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How to Make Sneaky Spaghetti Sauce

  1. In a large saucepan, crumble 1 lb ground turkey and cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the turkey is browned throughout (about 8-10 minutes).
  2. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 cup chopped carrots, 1 cup chopped celery, 1 cup chopped zucchini, and 4 cloves garlic (minced).
  4. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender (about 5-7 minutes).
  5. Stir in 28 oz can crushed tomatoes, 15 oz can tomato sauce, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried basil, 1 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Use a spoon to break up any whole tomatoes.
  6. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, partially cover, and cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve over your favorite cooked pasta.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

8g

Carbs

2g