Luteal Garlic Tahini Turkey Pasta with Spinach
Savory ground turkey, tender pasta, garlicky spinach, and a creamy tahini drizzle make this dinner cozy, filling, and full of flavor. The garlic tahini adds a rich, nutty finish that makes the pasta taste creamy without needing a heavy sauce. Made with simple protein, real pasta, greens, and healthy fats, this meal avoids processed sauces, preservatives, and seed oils. The turkey, spinach, and tahini help support the luteal phase by keeping the meal satisfying, balanced, and steady for cravings.
Luteal Dinner, Garlic Tahini, Lemon, Spinach, pasta
Main Course, Luteal Dinner, Garlic Tahini, Lemon, Spinach, pasta
4 People
10 mins
30 mins
40 mins
Equipment
Large Pot
Large Skillet
Non Toxic Cutting Board
Non Toxic Knife
Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
Pasta and Meat
16 Ounces of Pasta
1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil
1 LB of Ground Turkey
2 Minced of Garlic Clove(s)
1 Teaspoon of Oregano, Dried
1 Teaspoon of Smoked Paprika
1 Teaspoon of Salt
1/4 Teaspoon of Black Pepper
2 Cups of Spinach, Chopped
1/4 Cup of Sundried Tomatoes, OR Roasted Red Peppers, Optional
1/2 Cup of Pasta Water, Reserved
Garlic Tahini Drizzle
1/4 Cup of Tahini
2 Tablespoons of Fresh Lemon Juice
1 Garlic Clove(s), Finely Grated
1/4 Teaspoon of Salt
2 Tablespoons of Filtered Water, Or more as needed
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add ground turkey, minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper to the skillet.
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Cook for 8 to 12 minutes, breaking up the turkey as it cooks, until fully cooked through.
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Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet along with the reserved water.
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Add chopped spinach and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until wilted.
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Stir in the sun dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers if using.
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In a small mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, grated garlic, sea salt, and 2 tablespoons of water until smooth.
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For a thicker tahini drizzle, add the water slowly and stop once it reaches the texture you want.
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Drizzle the garlic tahini sauce over the pasta right before serving.
Notes
Tips:
Add the pasta water slowly so the pasta loosens without turning watery.
Use sun dried tomatoes for a richer flavor or roasted red peppers for a sweeter flavor.
Keep the tahini drizzle slightly thick so it coats the pasta instead of sinking to the bottom.
Taste the turkey mixture before serving and adjust the salt only if needed.
Phase:
Luteal Phase- This supports the luteal phase with protein, fiber, healthy fats, and steady carbohydrates to help with fullness, cravings, and balanced energy.
Season:
Fall- This fits fall because the warm turkey, pasta, garlic, spinach, and creamy tahini make it cozy and satisfying.
Storage:
Refrigerate up to 3 days. Store the tahini drizzle separately when possible.