NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz Lean Ground Turkey

2 oz Whole Wheat Spaghetti (dry)

1/2 cup Marinara Sauce

1/4 medium Red Bell Pepper

1/4 medium Zucchini

1/4 small Yellow Onion

1 clove Garlic

1 tsp Olive Oil

4 fresh Basil leaves

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

• 2

  Finely dice the onion, red bell pepper, zucchini, and garlic.

• 3

  In a bowl, mix lean ground turkey with the diced vegetables, a pinch of salt and pepper, and tear in fresh basil leaves to form the meatball mixture.

• 4

  Shape the mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.

• 5

  Lightly brown the meatballs in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking until they are mostly cooked through.

• 6

  Meanwhile, cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

• 7

  Add the marinara sauce to the skillet with the meatballs, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes so the flavors meld and the meatballs finish cooking.

• 8

  Toss the cooked spaghetti with the meatballs and sauce, garnishing with extra fresh basil if desired.

• 9

  Serve warm and enjoy a delicious, balanced meal.