Description
Savor the delightful flavors of this Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet, a comforting dish that brings family together. With its savory aroma and vibrant colors, this quick and nutritious meal is perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables, it’s both satisfying and easy to customize based on your pantry staples. Enjoy the warmth of home-cooked goodness with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep by dicing all vegetables into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 2–3 minutes).
- Increase heat slightly and add ground turkey. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (5–7 minutes).
- Stir in zucchini and bell pepper; cook until tender but crisp (4–5 minutes).
- Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and simmer for an additional 3–5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, season the turkey before browning. Swap zucchini for other veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms. Top with crunchy roasted nuts or seeds for extra texture.