NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

2 medium zucchini

4 oz ground turkey

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta

0.25 cup shredded mozzarella

1 tbsp grated parmesan

0.5 cup marinara sauce

1 cup fresh spinach

1 large egg white

1 clove garlic

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tsp olive oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat oven to 400°F.

• 2

  Slice zucchini into thin ribbons using a mandoline or vegetable peeler.

• 3

  Place zucchini on paper towels, sprinkle with sea salt, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture; pat dry.

• 4

  In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 5

  Add ground turkey to the skillet, season with black pepper and oregano, and cook until browned and crumbled.

• 6

  In a small bowl, stir together the ricotta, egg white, and chopped fresh spinach until well combined.

• 7

  Spread 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce on the bottom of a small baking dish.

• 8

  Layer zucchini ribbons, followed by a portion of the meat, more sauce, and the ricotta mixture.

• 9

  Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of marinara, mozzarella, and parmesan.

• 10

  Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are bubbly.