Description
Savor the flavors of this Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet, a quick and nutritious one-pan meal that combines lean ground turkey with fresh zucchini, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish packs a punch of flavor while keeping your dinner light and wholesome. Enjoy it hot on its own or serve it over rice for a satisfying finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into half-moons)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and slice the zucchini, dice the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, sauté the onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Push veggies aside, add ground turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in zucchini, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until zucchini is tender but bright (4-5 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg