YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Protein-Packed Turkey and Spinach Baked Ziti
A comforting baked ziti dish featuring lean ground turkey, nutrient-packed spinach, and a light tomato-ricotta sauce over whole wheat ziti. This hearty yet balanced recipe offers a perfect blend of flavors and textures, delivering a satisfying protein boost while keeping the meal within your specific calorie and protein goals.
INGREDIENTS
3 oz Lean Ground Turkey
1/2 cup Whole Wheat Ziti Pasta (cooked)
1 cup Fresh Spinach (raw)
1/4 cup Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese
1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
1/4 medium Onion
1 garlic clove
1 tsp Dried Basil
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
In a skillet over medium heat, add the lean ground turkey. Crumble and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the turkey and continue sautéing until the onion softens, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the tomato sauce and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper; simmer on low heat for 3 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook whole wheat ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, turkey-tomato mixture, fresh raw spinach, and part-skim ricotta cheese. Gently fold to mix well.
Transfer the mixture to a small baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the spinach to wilt.
Remove from oven and let sit for a couple of minutes before serving.