NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz Ground beef (93% lean)

1 oz Whole wheat spaghetti

0.5 cup Marinara sauce (no sugar added)

1 cup Zucchini

0.5 tbsp Olive oil

1 clove Garlic

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

0.25 tsp Dried oregano

1 tbsp Fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

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

• 3

  Add the ground beef, sea salt, and black pepper to the skillet, breaking the meat apart with a wooden spoon until browned and fully cooked.

• 4

  Stir in the diced zucchini and minced garlic, sautéing for 3 to 4 minutes until the zucchini is tender-crisp.

• 5

  Pour in the marinara sauce and dried oregano, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

• 6

  Drain the spaghetti and add it directly to the skillet, tossing well to coat the noodles in the meat sauce.

• 7

  Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped basil for a bright finish.