Description
Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan meal that combines juicy ground turkey with tender zucchini, creating a delightful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with flavor and nutrients, it’s a comforting favorite that your family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Increase heat slightly, add ground turkey, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in zucchini and bell pepper; sauté until veggies are tender but still crunchy (about 5 minutes).
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Cook for another couple of minutes until heated through. If using fresh basil, stir in just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg