NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz 93% lean ground beef

0.75 oz dry whole wheat spaghetti

0.5 cup no-sugar-added marinara sauce

0 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 cup yellow onion

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 until al dente according to package directions.

• 2

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

• 3

  Add the diced yellow onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.

• 4

  Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn the aromatics.

• 5

  Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and no longer pink.

• 6

  Drain any excess fat from the skillet to keep the dish clean and light.

• 7

  Pour in the marinara sauce and stir in the sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.

• 8

  Simmer the sauce on low heat for 5-7 minutes to allow the savory flavors to meld together.

• 9

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

• 10

  Garnish with freshly torn basil leaves before serving warm.