Spaghetti con Polpette

Spaghetti con Polpette is a hearty Italian dish featuring tender meatballs made with lean ground turkey, served over al dente spaghetti and topped with a rich tomato sauce. This high-protein meal is both comforting and nutritious, perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 200 grams
• Ground turkey - 250 grams
• Breadcrumbs - 50 grams
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Crushed tomatoes - 400 grams (canned)
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 500 ml

Steps

1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 2.5 cm in diameter.
4. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides.
5. Add the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and sugar to the skillet. Stir to combine and let simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and meatballs to cook through.
6. Serve the meatballs and sauce over the cooked spaghetti, garnished with additional parsley and grated Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains lean turkey and tomatoes, providing essential vitamins and antioxidants.

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