Description
A delicious and healthy twist on the classic spaghetti and meatballs, perfect for a guilt-free meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- In a large skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides.
- Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve the meatballs over the cooked spaghetti and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute meat with lentils or plant-based meat.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or zucchini to the sauce for extra nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg