NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1.5 oz whole wheat ziti

4 oz lean ground turkey

0.5 cup sugar-free marinara sauce

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

0.5 oz shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 cup fresh baby spinach

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a small oven-safe baking dish.

• 2

  Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat ziti until al dente, then drain and set aside.

• 3

  In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

• 4

  Add the ground turkey to the skillet, seasoning with sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano, and cook until browned and crumbled.

• 5

  Stir the fresh baby spinach into the turkey mixture until just wilted, then remove from heat.

• 6

  In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked ziti, the turkey and spinach mixture, and the marinara sauce until well coated.

• 7

  Transfer the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish and dollop the ricotta cheese evenly over the top.

• 8

  Sprinkle with the shredded mozzarella and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden.