Turkey Bolognese

Name: Turkey Bolognese
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp olive oil; 4 oz fresh baby bella mushrooms, chopped; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 large carrot, finely chopped; 1 red bell pepper or green bell pepper, chopped; 2 oz cooked turkey sausage, crumbled; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp minced fresh rosemary; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp fennel seeds; 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1 lb 99% lean ground turkey; 1 can (28 oz) no salt added whole peeled plum tomatoes; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 2 tsp balsamic vinegar

(5.0)

By Judy Capodanno

Updated 8/13/2025

Dietitian Reviewed: Erin McNamara, RDN, LDN, CLT

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Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer

Parpadelle pasta is tossed with chopped mushrooms, turkey sausage and a rich, herb-infused sauce in this hearty Italian dish. Red wine adds a deeply savory element, while Parmesan lends a light, creamy flavor.

Total Time

35 minutes

Servings

8

Calories

154

Helpful How-To Video

How to Make Turkey Bolognese

Step 1

In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, onion, carrot, bell pepper, turkey sausage, garlic, rosemary, fennel seeds, oregano, red-pepper flakes, salt and black pepper to taste. Cook and stir until mushrooms are tender and liquid is evaporated. Remove from pan and set aside.
Step 2

Add ground turkey to saucepan and cook until turkey is no longer pink.
Step 3

Return reserved vegetable mixture to saucepan. Stir in tomatoes, wine and balsamic vinegar. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, about 20 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and serve turkey bolognese sauce over cooked gluten-free or plant-based pasta.
Step 4

To store, cool to room temperature before transferring to an airtight container or large mason jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:

1 cup

154

Calories

4

g

Fat

40

mg

Cholesterol

139

mg

Sodium

10

g

Carbs

1

g

Sat. Fat

2

g

Fiber

19

g

Protein

5

g

Sugars

Turkey Bolognese

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