NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1.5 ounce Chickpea ziti

5 ounce Ground turkey

0.5 cup Marinara sauce

2 tablespoon Part-skim ricotta cheese

0.5 ounce Part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 tablespoon Fresh basil

1 clove Garlic

0.25 cup Yellow onion

0.25 teaspoon Sea salt

0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

0.25 teaspoon Dried oregano

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 chickpea ziti for 2 minutes less than the package instructions so it remains al dente.

• 3

  While the pasta cooks, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant.

• 4

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

• 5

  Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet with the turkey and simmer on low for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

• 6

  Drain the pasta and toss it directly into the skillet with the meat sauce and half of the chopped fresh basil.

• 7

  Transfer the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish, then dollop the ricotta cheese evenly over the top and swirl it slightly into the sauce.

• 8

  Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the surface and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

• 9

  Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with the remaining fresh basil and serving.