Creamy Ground Turkey Spinach Pasta
A wholesome and satisfying dish that combines lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, and a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned and fully cooked (the internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until it wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and mix in the Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the turkey and spinach mixture, stirring to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and use nut-based cheese. Whole grain or gluten-free pasta can be used as well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg