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A steaming ground turkey and zucchini skillet garnished with fresh herbs and parmesan cheese.

Healthy Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet

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A quick, 25-minute ground turkey and zucchini skillet that is low-carb, high-protein, and perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb 93% lean ground turkey
2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and let it sear for 3 minutes before breaking it apart with a spatula.
Step 2: Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Continue to cook for another 4-5 minutes until the onion is translucent and the turkey is fully cooked through.
Step 3: Stir in the minced garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Add the zucchini half-moons to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender but still has a slight crunch.
Step 5: If using cheese, sprinkle it over the top of the ground turkey and zucchini skillet, cover with a lid for 1 minute to melt, then serve immediately.

Notes

To avoid a watery skillet, ensure your pan is very hot before adding the zucchini and do not salt the zucchini until the very end of the cooking process.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 245 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 13 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg