NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz ground turkey

1.5 oz chickpea ziti pasta

0.5 cup marinara sauce

2 tbsp part-skim ricotta cheese

0.5 oz shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 cup fresh baby spinach

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

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

• 3

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

• 4

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

• 5

  Stir in the marinara sauce, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper, then fold in the fresh baby spinach until it just begins to wilt.

• 6

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

• 7

  Transfer the mixture into a small oven-safe baking dish.

• 8

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

• 9

  Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.