NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4.5 oz ground turkey sausage

1.25 oz dry chickpea ziti pasta

0.5 cup low-sodium marinara sauce

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 cup fresh baby spinach

1 clove garlic

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• 2

  Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the chickpea ziti for 2 minutes less than the package directions to keep it al dente.

• 3

  While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned.

• 4

  Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 5

  Stir in the fresh baby spinach and cook until just wilted, then pour in the marinara sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper.

• 6

  Drain the pasta and add it directly to the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the sauce.

• 7

  Transfer the mixture to a small baking dish. Spoon dollops of the ricotta cheese over the top and sprinkle with the parmesan.

• 8

  Bake for 15-20 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is slightly golden.