Description
Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet is a quick, nutritious one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. This dish combines lean ground turkey and fresh zucchini sautéed with aromatic spices, creating a delightful flavor explosion in under 30 minutes. It’s versatile enough for meal prep or a cozy family dinner, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy this vibrant, colorful skillet that not only satisfies but also brings together loved ones around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and dicing the zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add ground turkey to the skillet; break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes), seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the diced zucchini and bell pepper; cook until slightly softened (about 5 minutes).
- Sprinkle in cumin and paprika; mix well for another minute to allow flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving hot from the skillet.
- 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: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg