Easy Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet
Easy Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet is a quick and satisfying one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with lean turkey and a colorful array of vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and spinach, this dish not only delights the palate but also nourishes the body. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an excellent choice for families looking for healthy dinner options that are both gluten-free and low-carb. The recipe is versatile, allowing you to swap ingredients based on what you have on hand. Whether enjoyed on its own or served over rice or quinoa, this skillet meal is bound to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 bell pepper
- ½ onion
- 5 ounces fresh baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 1½ tablespoon olive or avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium-high heat until browned. Season with salt, pepper, chili powder, oregano, paprika, and garlic.
- Remove the meat mixture and set aside. In the same skillet, add oil and sauté zucchini, onion, and bell pepper until tender.
- Return the turkey to the skillet along with water, tomato paste, and spinach. Stir well and simmer until everything is heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg