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Description
This Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet is a quick, easy, and healthy one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. It’s packed with flavor and requires minimal cleanup, making it ideal for meal prepping.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, zucchini, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until zucchini is tender.
- Sprinkle with cheese (if using) and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of balsamic vinegar or Worcestershire sauce.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or pasta for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg