Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet
Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet is a quick and nutritious weeknight meal bursting with flavor. This one-pan dish features lean ground turkey sautéed with fresh zucchini, bell peppers, and aromatic spices, making it both satisfying and easy to prepare. Perfect for busy evenings or meal prep, it’s an adaptable recipe that brings color and deliciousness to your table without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add ground turkey, breaking it apart as it browns for about 5-7 minutes until no pink remains.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add zucchini and bell peppers; sauté for another 5 minutes until veggies soften slightly but remain crunchy.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 2 minutes before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap zucchini with other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for variety. For extra flavor, try adding chili flakes or your favorite herbs. Serve over quinoa or brown rice for added nutrition.