NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz ground turkey

1 oz whole wheat ziti pasta

0.5 cup marinara sauce

2 tbsp part-skim ricotta cheese

0.5 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 cup fresh baby spinach

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp 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 whole wheat ziti until al dente, then drain and set aside.

• 3

  In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and ground turkey, seasoning with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

• 4

  Cook the turkey until browned and fully cooked through, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula.

• 5

  Add the fresh baby spinach to the skillet and stir until just wilted, then pour in the marinara sauce and simmer for 2 minutes.

• 6

  Combine the cooked ziti with the turkey and sauce mixture, stirring until the pasta is evenly coated.

• 7

  Transfer half of the pasta mixture into a small oven-safe baking dish, dollop the ricotta cheese evenly over the top, and cover with the remaining pasta.

• 8

  Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.

• 9

  Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving.