NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1 oz whole wheat ziti

4 oz ground turkey

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 clove garlic

0.5 cup marinara sauce

1 cup fresh baby spinach

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

1 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp dried oregano

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• 2

  Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the whole wheat ziti until al dente, then drain and set aside.

• 3

  In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 4

  Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned and fully cooked through.

• 5

  Season the turkey with sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano, then stir in the fresh baby spinach until it is just wilted.

• 6

  Pour in the marinara sauce and add the cooked ziti, tossing everything together until the pasta is evenly coated.

• 7

  Dollop the ricotta cheese over the top of the mixture and sprinkle with the shredded mozzarella cheese.

• 8

  Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.