High Protein Veggie Spaghetti & Turkey Meatballs with Magnesium-Rich Tomato Sauce

Name: High Protein Veggie Spaghetti & Turkey Meatballs with Magnesium-Rich Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian, American
Ingredients: 1 pound of Lean ground turkey (Jennie-O or similar); 1 large of Egg; 1/4 cup of Rolled oats (Bob's Red Mill); 1/4 cup of Fresh parsley; 3 cloves of Garlic; 1/2 cup of Onion; 4 medium of Zucchini; 1 (28-oz) can of Canned crushed tomatoes (Muir Glen Organic); 2 cups of Fresh baby spinach; 1 teaspoon of Oregano; 1 teaspoon of Basil; 1/2 teaspoon of Black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon of Kosher salt; 1 tablespoon of Olive oil (California Olive Ranch); 2 tablespoons of Grated Parmesan (optional); 1 pound of Lean ground chicken; 1 serving of 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tablespoons water; 1/4 cup of Cooked quinoa; 1 medium of Spaghetti squash; 1 tablespoon of Avocado oil; 2 tablespoons of Nutritional yeast

A crave-busting, lighter take on classic spaghetti and meatballs perfect for weight loss and digestive wellness. Tender turkey meatballs—packed with protein and immune-boosting nutrients—rest atop a bed of spiralized zucchini noodles for a fresh, low-carb twist that helps keep you satisfied while supporting healthy blood pressure. The robust tomato and baby spinach sauce delivers magnesium, potassium, and vitamin C, with herbs to aid digestion and stress relief. This recipe is fast, allergy-safe, and packed with nutrients tailored to help you manage cravings, enjoy delicious food, and support your best health—all in less than 30 minutes.

Overview

Prep Time

25 min

Cook Time

20 min

Total Time

45 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 plate (375 grams)

Lean ground turkey

93% lean, antibiotic-free preferred

Recommended Brand: Jennie-O or similar

1 pound

Egg

For binding meatballs

1 large

Rolled oats

Gluten-free, used for binding (instead of breadcrumbs)

Recommended Brand: Bob's Red Mill

1/4 cup

Fresh parsley

Finely chopped

1/4 cup

Garlic

Minced, divided (some for sauce, some for meatballs)

3 cloves

Onion

Finely chopped

1/2 cup

Zucchini

Spiralized (for noodles)

4 medium

Canned crushed tomatoes

Recommended Brand: Muir Glen Organic

1 (28-oz) can

Fresh baby spinach

Roughly chopped

2 cups

Oregano

Dried

1 teaspoon

Basil

Dried

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

Freshly ground, divided

1/2 teaspoon

Kosher salt

Divided

1/2 teaspoon

Olive oil

Recommended Brand: California Olive Ranch

1 tablespoon

Grated Parmesan (optional)

Lactose-free or omit for dairy-free

2 tablespoons

Steps

0 of 8

Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

310

Total Fat

Saturated Fat

Trans Fat

Monounsaturated Fat

Polyunsaturated Fat

Cholesterol

80mg

Sodium

570mg

Total Carbohydrates

25g

Dietary Fiber

Soluble Fiber

Insoluble Fiber

Total Sugars

Added Sugars

Sugar Alcohols

Protein

32g

Calcium

130mg

Iron

3.1mg

Potassium

1050mg

Vitamin A

1700mcg

Vitamin C

36mg

Phosphorus

310mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:

Almonds

Apple

Apricot

Fig

Lobster

Mango

Peach

Shellfish

Tree Nuts