Tasty Weeknight Dinner
Spaghetti with MeatballsServes: 8 | Serving Size: 1 cupIngredients:
- 1 pound lean ground turkey, very cold
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/4 cup Panko or plain bread crumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Dash paprika
- 3 cups marinara sauce (preferably low in sodium)
- 8 ounces dry spaghetti, cooked according to package instructions
Directions:
- Combine the turkey, eggs, tomato paste, bread crumbs, and seasonings in a large bowl and mix well.
- In a pan, bring the sauce to a simmer.
- Using the turkey mixture, form meatballs that are about the size of golf balls. Place each meatball in the sauce.
- Cover and simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through and flavors have melded.
- Serve over pasta.
Nutrition Information:
- Serves 8. Each serving contains 333 calories, 4 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 78 mg cholesterol, 85 mg sodium, 51 g carbohydrate, 3 g dietary fiber, 6 g sugar, and 24 g protein.
- Each serving has 9% DV vitamin A, 10% DV vitamin C, 3% DV calcium, and 22% DV iron.
Chef’s Tips:
- This dish goes great with freshly-steamed broccoli and a salad.
- You can also substitute whole wheat pasta for an extra nutrient boost.
