This Turkey Spaghetti Zoodles is pasta without the pasta! A SUPER simple one pan dinner that's low calorie, low carb, Paleo, gluten free and takes just 10 minutes to make. This will soon be your go-to week night dinner! Paleo + Gluten Free + Low Calorie
Just letting you know, this Turkey Spaghetti Zoodles recipe was originally published in April 2016. I retested, rephotographed and updated the content for you. Hope you enjoy it!
Calling all pasta lovers! If you love spaghetti but need a lighter, low carb alternative, then you can breathe a sigh of relief because I've got you covered today.
You are gonna love this Healthy Turkey Spaghetti is made with zucchini noodles! I don't remember exactly when zoodles became such a staple in my dinners, but I sure wish it would have happened a lot sooner. And no, I don't mean I wish I would have been doing it sooner because it was what all the cool foodie kids were doing either.
You see I don't do complicated dinners. In fact, if you've been around here for awhile then you know very well that I don't do complicated anything. I don't have the time or the energy. Who does really?
Spoiler alert! Spiralizing is uncomplicated. It may look all pretty and fancy and fun (<- which it is), but it's one of the easiest ways to prep veggies. Easier than cutting, chopping, slicing or roasting! It's even easier than making pasta. How many times have you waited forever for water to boil only to burn the meal or the meal ends up cold waiting for the pasta to get done?
Yeah, too much effort coordinating those things. Much easier to toss zoodles into a pot with the entire meal and have everything ready at the same time. Plus there's less pots to clean. See I'm saving you all kinds of time here!
I'm actually surprised zoodles haven't become popular at restaurants. How fun would a Zoodle restaurant be? Maybe one day for my dream cafe.
But I digress... this Low Carb Turkey Spaghetti Zoodles recipe has been a go-to dinner of mine on those crazy days when I'm rushing around like a chicken with my head cut off and have nothing to eat for dinner. It's one of those meals I make ALL THE TIME.
All you do is brown the turkey, add marinara, spices, spinach and zoodles and BAM! Dinner is served in 10 minutes and you will have a happy belly full of goodness! You want to hear the best part? Besides the fact that it's so ridiculously easy, it also tastes like spaghetti. Pasta without the pasta!
A spaghetti that's Paleo friendly and gluten free. You can't beat this 30 minute meal friends.
P.S. Dear lords of the dictionary will you please recognize "zoodle" as a real word and stop changing it to doodle or noodle. Thanks!
Turkey Spaghetti Zoodles
Ingredients
- 4 zucchini spiralized
- 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey breast or meat of choice
- 1 cup green bell pepper diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cup baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat with olive oil.
- Add turkey breast, garlic, bell pepper and seasonings. Use a meat masher up the meat and cook until just browned 4-5 minutes.
- Next add baby spinach and crushed tomatoes. Cook another 3 minutes then add zoodles to the skillet.
- Using a tongs, stir in the zucchini noodles. Cook another 2-3 minutes until the zucchini are a slightly tender. You still want them to have a crunch.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator up to 3 days. I recommend for storing you store the zucchini noodles separately so if you know you are not eating the full meal, leave some out. The zucchini noodles soften 1 minute on high in a microwave.
Notes
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AAllen says
This sounds like a great recipe! Can you tell me how much is a serving? It says 221 calories per serving and this is great info, but I'm interested in how much is the actual serving. Is it 1 cup...2 cups...ect...ect....thanks so much
Megan says
I don't measure out the servings by cup so I'm really not sure. I pre-portion all my food by diving into individual containers.
Brenda says
Can someone recommend a good "sprializer" I would love to try some recipes....especially this one!
Megan says
The link to the spiralizer was directly under the recipe. Did you miss it or did it not work? Here it is again -> http://amzn.to/2lr45Q8
Amanda Lerom says
I'm in the process of totally changing the way I eat. I'm going to miss the hearty meals but this will be a perfect substitute for carb-loaded pasta and a great wait to fit in the daily serving of veggies. Making this tonight!!
Julie says
Made this tonight. Tremendous!!! Thank you!
Megan says
Awesome!
Jesica @rUnladylike says
I love zoodles!!! Thanks for the dinner inspiration! Pinned and making this tonight! xo
Megan says
YAY! Hope you love it as much as I do!
Sana says
Zoodles are on my meal plan for the week. I am going to make this recipe with ground chicken! It's going to be awesome!
Megan says
Oh ground chicken is an awesome idea. I need to try that sometime too!
Debbie says
These look yummy (though I'd use the fake ground turkey 🙂 ). I love Zoodles!
Megan says
Fake works too!
Dani @ Dani California Cooks says
I cant believe this recipe serves 5 for you! When I make zoodles for my boyfriend, we use upwards of 4-5 zucchinis just for the two of us....
Megan says
You eat half a package of turkey by yourself at one time? That would be what you would be doing if you ate half of this recipe in one sitting. This recipe makes a ton of food. There is no way I could eat half. If you were only eating zucchini and sauce then yes, but otherwise it would be too much food in one sitting.
Michele @ Paleo Running Mommai says
Simple and delicious -love it! I like that the zoodles aren't cooked too long, in fact it looks like the perfect amount for just the right texture.
Megan says
Yes! It's better that way otherwise they get really soggy.
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
I've been doing a 1/2 and 1/2 noodle/zucchini noodle combo for us. Vegas won't give up the pasta (and I love it too), but it helps add some more volume without filling up on a cup of noodles.
Megan says
You are such a good wife!
Taylor says
Love my spiralizer!!! Zucchini and sweet potatoes are my favorite veggies to spiralize!
Megan says
I haven't done sweet potatoes enough. I really need to get on that. Thanks Taylor!
GG says
Hi, can you recommend a sturdy spiralizer without a thousand pieces??? Thanks!
Megan says
I added the one I use to the recipe card!
Susie @ Suzlyfe says
I'm trying to figure out how to go as a zoodle for Halloween. They are my life.
Megan says
I will have to think on that one & get back to you!
Taylor @ Food Faith FItness says
I have been OBSESSED with zucchini noodles lately. They are just SO perfect for spring time eats! Love that you added turkey for some lean protein too!
Megan says
They're so versatile. Great for a quick meal. Thanks girl!
rachel @ athleticavocado says
I literally use my spiralizer 4 times per week so I am all about this dish! So quick, easy and delish!
Megan says
Wow! Good for you!
Blair says
I'm with you -- no time for fancy or complicated meals! I have zoodles on our meal plan for next week, because the kids even have fun eating them. I bet this version is delicious, and I love the short list of ingredients!
Megan says
I bet it's a good way to get them to eat their veggies!