Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet
Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet Recipe is a delicious, one-pan meal that combines lean ground turkey with fresh zucchini and colorful bell peppers. Seasoned with aromatic herbs, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also healthy and satisfying, making it perfect for busy weeknights. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a vibrant dinner that the entire family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add ground turkey; break it apart as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink.
- Stir in diced zucchini and bell pepper; cook for another 4 minutes until softened.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Swap zucchini for other veggies like mushrooms or bell peppers if desired. - Enhance flavor by adding spices like paprika or cumin. - Top with cheese or fresh herbs for a personal touch.