Cajun Turkey Pasta
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 7 minutes • Serves: 4
1 package (8.8 ounces) red lentil penne pasta
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green pepper, celery & onion
1-1/2 cups shredded skinless leftover or cooked turkey breast meat
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 cups packed baby spinach
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green pepper, celery & onion
1-1/2 cups shredded skinless leftover or cooked turkey breast meat
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 cups packed baby spinach
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1.Cook pasta as label directs; drain, return to saucepot and cover.
2.In large skillet, cook tomatoes, turkey and seasoning over medium heat 4 minutes or until heated through. Add spinach; cover and cook 1 minute or until spinach is wilted. Stir tomato mixture into pasta. Makes about 8 cups.
3.Serve pasta sprinkled with cheese.
Approximate nutritional values per serving (2 cups):
333 Calories, 4g Fat (1g Saturated), 47mg Cholesterol, 571mg Sodium,
48g Carbohydrates, 9g Fiber, 5g Sugars, 3g Added Sugars, 31g Protein
Dietitian’s Dish:
Breathe new life into leftover turkey with a simple, flavorful pasta recipe that’s full of fiber (from the red lentil pasta).
