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Ground Turkey Pasta Recipe

A comforting vegan pasta dish with plant-based ground turkey simmered in tomato sauce and served over tender noodles.

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Plant-based ground turkey — 12 oz
  • Pasta — 8 oz
  • Crushed tomatoes — 2 cups
  • Onion diced — 1 cup
  • Garlic minced — 3 cloves
  • Olive oil — 1 tbsp
  • Italian seasoning — 1 tsp
  • Tomato paste — 1 tbsp
  • Salt — ½ tsp
  • Black pepper — ¼ tsp
  • Spinach — 2 cups
  • Fresh basil — 2 tbsp

Method
 

  1. Boil pasta in large pot according to package instructions.
  2. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add onion and garlic; cook 3 minutes.
  4. Add 12 oz plant-based ground turkey and cook 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  6. Simmer sauce for 10 minutes.
  7. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
  8. Drain pasta and add into skillet.
  9. Toss pasta with sauce until coated evenly.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Nutritional values (per serving)

Calories: 380
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 20g

Vitamins and minerals (per serving)

Vitamin A: 40%
Vitamin C: 25%
Iron: 18%
Magnesium: 14%
Potassium: 16%

Additional notes / tips

  • Add chili flakes for subtle heat.
  • Use whole-grain pasta for extra fiber.
  • Roast garlic beforehand for deeper flavor.
  • Fresh oregano enhances aroma.
  • Serve immediately for best texture.