NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz ground turkey (93% lean)

0.75 oz whole wheat penne pasta

0.5 cup marinara sauce

0.5 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 cup fresh baby spinach

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp dried oregano

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat penne according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 3

  Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned and no longer pink.

• 4

  Stir in the minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano, sautéing for 1 minute until the garlic is aromatic.

• 5

  Pour the marinara sauce over the turkey mixture and reduce the heat to low, simmering for 3-5 minutes to meld the flavors.

• 6

  Add the fresh baby spinach to the skillet and stir gently until the leaves are just wilted.

• 7

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

• 8

  Transfer to a bowl and finish with a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese before serving.