Healthy spaghetti bolognese with turkey bacon and fresh herbs
A delicious and nutritious twist on classic spaghetti bolognese, using turkey bacon and fresh herbs for a healthier meal option.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 200 grams turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated carrot; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the dried oregano and cook for another minute.
- Add the crushed tomatoes and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Serve over cooked spaghetti and top with fresh basil.
Notes
- For added flavor, use freshly grated parmesan cheese as a topping.
- Feel free to add more vegetables, such as bell peppers or zucchini.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Healthy spaghetti bolognese, turkey bacon, fresh herbs