NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz Lean Ground Turkey

1/2 cup Marinara Sauce

1 cup Whole Wheat Spaghetti (cooked)

1 tsp Olive Oil

1/4 medium Yellow Onion

1 clove Garlic

1/2 tsp Dried Oregano

1/2 tsp Dried Basil

1 tbsp Fresh Parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  Finely dice the yellow onion and garlic, then sauté them in the skillet until they become translucent and fragrant.

• 3

  In a mixing bowl, combine the lean ground turkey with the sautéed onion and garlic, dried oregano, and dried basil. Gently form the mixture into small meatballs.

• 4

  Place the meatballs in the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and nearly cooked through.

• 5

  Pour in the marinara sauce, reduce the heat to low, and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for about 8-10 minutes, ensuring they are fully cooked.

• 6

  Meanwhile, prepare whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain.

• 7

  Plate a serving of spaghetti, top with several turkey meatballs and a generous ladle of marinara sauce, then garnish with fresh parsley.

• 8

  Serve warm and enjoy your balanced, hearty dish.