NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz ground beef (93% lean)

1 large egg

1.5 oz whole wheat spaghetti

1 cup zucchini

0.5 cup marinara sauce (no sugar added)

1 tbsp parmesan cheese

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp onion powder

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, spiralize the zucchini into thin noodles or use a vegetable peeler to create ribbons.

• 3

  In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently by hand until just combined and form into 1-inch meatballs.

• 4

  Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and sear for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides.

• 5

  Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet with the meatballs and reduce heat to a simmer. Add the zucchini noodles to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until the zucchini is slightly tender but still firm.

• 6

  Drain the pasta and add it directly to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the noodles and meatballs in the sauce.

• 7

  Divide the pasta and meatballs into bowls and garnish with the parmesan cheese before serving.