NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

2 oz Chickpea ziti pasta

4 oz Ground turkey

0.5 cup Marinara sauce

2 tbsp Part-skim ricotta cheese

0.5 oz Shredded mozzarella cheese

1 tsp Olive oil

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

0.25 tsp Garlic powder

1 tbsp Fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a small oven-safe baking dish with a touch of olive oil.

• 2

  Cook the chickpea ziti in a pot of boiling salted water for 2 minutes less than the package directions suggest to ensure it stays firm during baking.

• 3

  While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground turkey.

• 4

  Season the turkey with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned and fully cooked through.

• 5

  Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet with the turkey and simmer on low for 3 to 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

• 6

  Drain the pasta and toss it directly into the skillet with the meat sauce until every noodle is well-coated.

• 7

  Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish, dollop the ricotta cheese across the top, and sprinkle evenly with shredded mozzarella.

• 8

  Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are slightly crispy and golden.

• 9

  Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving warm.