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High Protein Pasta – Easy, Delicious, and Healthy

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This high-protein pasta dinner is made with lean ground turkey, fiber-rich vegetables, and protein-packed pasta—all coated in a flavorful tomato-based sauce. It’s a quick, clean-eating meal perfect for meal prep, muscle building, or weight loss.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz protein pasta (chickpea or lentil)

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 zucchini, chopped

  • 1 bell pepper, diced

  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes

  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • Optional: red pepper flakes, Parmesan, herbs

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package; drain and set aside.

  • Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil, then add ground turkey.

  • Cook until browned; add chopped vegetables and cook until soft.

  • Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and spices. Simmer 10 mins.

  • Add pasta to skillet, toss to coat. Serve with Parmesan and herbs.

Notes

  • Use high-protein pasta for best results

  • Swap meat for lentils or tofu for a plant-based option

  • Keeps 4 days in fridge, freezes well

  • Use gluten-free pasta if needed

Find it online: https://5dailyrecipes.com/high-protein-pasta-easy-delicious-and-healthy/