NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1.5 oz whole wheat ziti pasta

5.5 oz ground turkey

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 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a small oven-safe baking dish.

• 2

  Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat ziti until just al dente, then drain and set aside.

• 3

  Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 4

  Add the ground turkey to the skillet, seasoning with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano.

• 5

  Cook the turkey while breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon until it is fully browned and cooked through.

• 6

  Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet with the turkey and stir in the fresh baby spinach until it is just wilted.

• 7

  Toss the cooked ziti into the skillet with the meat sauce, ensuring every noodle is well-coated.

• 8

  Transfer the pasta mixture into your baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

• 9

  Dollop the part-skim ricotta cheese over the top and finish with a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese.

• 10

  Place the dish in the oven and bake for 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are slightly golden.