Description
Spaghetti with turkey meatballs is a comforting, wholesome dish that delights your senses. The combination of perfectly cooked spaghetti, juicy turkey meatballs, and rich tomato sauce creates a meal that’s not only satisfying but also heartwarming. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until combined. Form into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Sear meatballs until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant; add crushed tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minutes. Return meatballs to the pan and simmer gently in the sauce.
- Toss cooked spaghetti with the sauce mixture until well coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg