Turkey Bolognese with Zucchini Noodles — Low Carb, 280 cal

Ingredients

• 500g lean turkey mince (5% fat)
• 4 large zucchini / courgettes, spiralized
• 1 can crushed tomatoes (400 g)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 large onion, finely diced
• 1 large carrot, finely diced
• 2 sticks celery, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 150ml chicken stock
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp chilli flakes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 20g Parmesan, grated (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Spiralize courgettes, salt lightly, and leave in a colander for 15 minutes. Pat dry with kitchen paper.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery — cook 8 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.

3. 3

   Increase heat to high. Add turkey mince and break apart aggressively with a wooden spoon. Cook 5–6 minutes until browned with no pink remaining.

4. 4

   Stir in tomato paste and cook 2 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, stock, oregano, basil, and chilli flakes. Stir well.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to low and simmer partially covered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thick and rich.

6. 6

   When ready to serve, heat a dry non-stick pan until very hot. Add zoodles and sauté for 2 minutes maximum. Season and divide into bowls.

7. 7

   Spoon bolognese over the zoodles. Finish with Parmesan if using.