NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz ground turkey

1 oz chickpea ziti pasta

2 tbsp part-skim ricotta cheese

0.5 oz shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

0.5 cup marinara sauce

1 cup fresh baby spinach

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• 2

  Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil and cook the chickpea ziti for 2 minutes less than the package directions for an al dente texture.

• 3

  While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.

• 4

  Add the minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to the turkey and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 5

  Stir in the fresh baby spinach and cook until just wilted, then pour in the marinara sauce and simmer for 2 minutes.

• 6

  Drain the pasta and toss it directly into the skillet with the turkey and sauce until well coated.

• 7

  Transfer the mixture to a small oven-safe baking dish. Dollop the ricotta cheese over the top and sprinkle with the shredded mozzarella.

• 8

  Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbly.

• 9

  Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving.