Description
Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet is a nourishing one-pan meal that harmonizes the savory taste of lean ground turkey with the fresh crunch of zucchini. This quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights, delivering vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients in under 30 minutes. Packed with garlic, sweet onions, and colorful bell peppers, it’s a delightful weeknight recipe that guarantees satisfaction for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat; add olive oil.
- Sauté diced onion and bell pepper for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Crumble in ground turkey; cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
- Add sliced zucchini, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until zucchini is tender but vibrant.
- Adjust seasoning if needed; serve hot from the skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider swapping zucchini with spinach or adding red pepper flakes for spice. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently in a skillet to preserve texture.