NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1 oz whole wheat ziti

5 oz ground turkey

0.5 cup marinara sauce

2 tbsp ricotta cheese

0.5 oz mozzarella cheese

1 cup baby spinach

1 tsp olive oil

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.13 tsp black pepper

1 tsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a small oven-safe baking dish.

• 2

  Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ziti until just under al dente, usually about 2 minutes less than the package instructions.

• 3

  In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and brown the ground turkey until no pink remains, breaking it into small crumbles.

• 4

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

• 5

  Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet and simmer on low for 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

• 6

  Drain the cooked pasta and toss it into the skillet with the turkey and sauce until every noodle is well-coated.

• 7

  Transfer the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish.

• 8

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

• 9

  Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly golden on the edges.

• 10

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