Description
A healthy and easy-to-make crockpot spaghetti recipe packed with vegetables and lean protein.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 oz whole wheat spaghetti
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a crockpot.
- Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Break spaghetti into thirds and add to the crockpot 30 minutes before serving.
- Stir occasionally until pasta is tender.
- Top with parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground turkey with lentils.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Add extra vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for more nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian