NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz ground turkey

1 oz whole wheat penne pasta

0.5 cup red bell pepper

0.5 cup green bell pepper

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

0.5 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 cup tomato puree

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tbsp parmesan cheese

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

• 3

  Add the diced yellow onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.

• 4

  Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and no longer pink.

• 5

  Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they are tender yet still slightly crisp.

• 6

  Pour in the tomato puree and sprinkle with dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper, simmering the mixture for 2 minutes.

• 7

  Drain the pasta and toss it directly into the skillet with the turkey and pepper mixture until well coated.

• 8

  Serve immediately topped with a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese for a salty finish.