NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz 93% lean ground beef

1 large egg white

2 tbsp almond flour

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.5 cup cooked whole wheat ziti

0.5 cup no-sugar-added marinara sauce

1 cup fresh baby spinach

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a small baking dish with parchment paper.

• 2

  In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg white, almond flour, sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well mixed.

• 3

  Form the beef mixture into a small, uniform loaf shape and place it into the prepared baking dish.

• 4

  Bake the beef loaf for 20 to 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.

• 5

  While the beef bakes, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the fresh baby spinach until it is just wilted.

• 6

  Add the cooked ziti and marinara sauce to the skillet with the spinach, stirring frequently until the pasta is heated through and the sauce is bubbling.

• 7

  Slice the finished beef loaf and serve it alongside the ziti, finishing the plate with a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese.