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A white bowl filled with cooked penne pasta, ground turkey, and spinach in a reddish sauce. The image has a text overlay 'TURKEY AND SPANISH PASTA'.
A black pot on a stove with yellow pasta boiling in water. The image has a text overlay 'COOK A SERVING SIZE OF PASTA'.
Raw ground turkey pieces seasoned with spices in a black frying pan. The image has a text overlay 'COOK 4OZ OF GROUND LEAN TURKEY'.
Cooked ground turkey in a black frying pan with a large pile of fresh green spinach leaves added on top. The image has a text overlay 'ONCE THE TURKEY IS COOKED, ADD A HANDFUL OF WASHED SPINACH TO THE PAN'.
Cooked ground turkey mixed with wilted green spinach in a black frying pan. The image has a text overlay 'LET THE SPINACH COOK'.
A container of low-fat cottage cheese and a jar of marinara sauce on a countertop. The image has a text overlay 'TO MAKE THE SAUCE YOU'LL NEED COTTAGE CHEESE & TOMATO SAUCE'.
A blender containing white cottage cheese and red tomato sauce at the bottom. The image has a text overlay 'TO A BLENDER, ADD 80G OF COTTAGE CHEESE & 75G OF TOMATO SAUCE'.
A black pan contains cooked ground turkey and spinach simmering in a creamy orange-red sauce. The image has a text overlay 'ADD THE SAUCE TO THE PASTA'.
Cooked penne pasta added to the turkey and spinach in sauce within a black frying pan. The image has a text overlay 'ADD THE COOKED PASTA TO THE TURKEY MEAT SAUCE'.
A white bowl filled with the finished turkey and spinach pasta dish. The image has a text overlay 'PLATE AND ENJOY!'.
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Turkey and Spinach Pasta 🍝

I create a high protein pasta that is absolutely delicious. This dish leaves me feeling full and guilt free. Steps on how to prepare below:

1) Cook a serving size of pasta (2oz dried pasta)

2) Cook 5oz of ground turkey. Season with black pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Let it cook.

3) Add a handful of spinach to the cooked turkey.

4) Prepare the high protein tomato sauce. Add 80g cottage cheese & 75g tomato sauce to a blender.

5) Add the blended sauce to the pan.

6) Add the cooked pasta.

7) Taste and add any additional salt.

Enjoy!

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... Read moreWhen I first tried this turkey and spinach pasta, I was looking for a meal that was both high in protein and quick to prepare. What I love about this dish is how well the flavors come together while still being so simple. Using ground turkey over beef reduces fat content but still provides plenty of protein. Adding fresh spinach introduces a subtle earthiness and adds valuable nutrients without overwhelming the dish. One of the secrets to making this pasta extra satisfying is the sauce made from blending cottage cheese and tomato sauce. It creates a creamy texture that coats the pasta nicely while packing additional protein from the cottage cheese. I recommend using low-fat cottage cheese and a high-quality marinara like Rao's for the best taste. I seasoned the turkey with black pepper, garlic powder, and salt to keep it flavorful but light. Letting the spinach cook down with the turkey also enhances the overall taste. You can easily adjust the seasoning to your preference or add some chili flakes if you like a bit of heat. This recipe works wonderfully for meal prep since it reheats well and maintains its taste. I usually cook the pasta al dente to avoid it getting mushy when reheated. It’s also customizable—feel free to swap spinach for kale or add other veggies like mushrooms or bell peppers. Overall, this high protein turkey and spinach pasta is a balanced, wholesome dish I turn to when I want a filling, nutritious meal without extra calories or guilt. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or anyone focused on healthy eating and muscle building.