NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz ground turkey

1 oz whole wheat ziti

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

0.5 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese

0.5 cup marinara sauce

1 cup fresh baby spinach

0.25 cup yellow onion

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 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 skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.

• 4

  Add the ground turkey to the skillet along with the sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano, cooking until the meat is fully browned.

• 5

  Stir in the fresh baby spinach and cook until wilted, then pour in the marinara sauce and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.

• 6

  Transfer the cooked pasta into a small oven-safe baking dish and stir in the turkey and marinara mixture until well combined.

• 7

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

• 8

  Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the edges are slightly golden.