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Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

A comforting and nourishing weeknight dinner featuring ground turkey and zucchini, bursting with flavor and nutrients.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 medium zucchinis, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Cook ground turkey, breaking it apart until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in zucchini and bell pepper, tossing until softened.
  5. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
  6. Cook until veggies are tender, about 5-6 minutes.
  7. Garnish with parsley before serving hot.

Notes

For added nutrition, consider swapping out zucchini for other vegetables such as asparagus or spinach. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg