NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

2 oz whole wheat spaghetti

6 oz lean ground turkey

0.5 cup tomato puree

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic

0.25 cup yellow onion

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp parmesan cheese

2 leaves fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

• 3

  Add the finely diced yellow onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for 3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.

• 4

  Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked through.

• 5

  Stir in the tomato puree, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 6

  Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

• 7

  Drain the spaghetti and add it directly to the skillet with the marinara sauce, tossing well to coat the noodles evenly.

• 8

  Serve immediately topped with grated parmesan cheese and hand-torn fresh basil leaves.