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High-Protein Pasta with Ground Turkey
A delicious, protein-packed pasta dish perfect for muscle building and satisfying your hunger. Quick to prepare and full of flavor!
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean)
- 12 oz high-protein pasta (e.g., chickpea or lentil)
- 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes, low-sodium
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta in boiling salted water for 7-9 minutes, drain, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil, sauté diced onion 3-4 minutes, add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Add ground turkey, cook 6-8 minutes until browned, then stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, simmer 10 minutes, then combine with cooked pasta.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese, stir until melted, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot.
Notes
This dish is perfect for muscle building and quick to prepare—enjoy your gains!