Description
Discover the delicious and nutritious Easy Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet, a perfect solution for busy weeknights or meal prep. This one-pot dish combines the wholesome flavors of lean ground turkey, fresh zucchini, colorful bell peppers, and nutrient-rich spinach for a vibrant meal that’s quick to prepare. Ready in just 30 minutes, this savory skillet is not only satisfying but also versatile—you can easily swap out ingredients to suit your taste. Whether served over rice, wrapped in lettuce, or enjoyed on its own, this recipe promises a delightful dining experience that will please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey (or lean ground beef)
- 2 medium zucchini, cubed
- 1 bell pepper, cut into pieces
- ½ onion, diced
- 5 ounces fresh baby spinach
- Olive or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground turkey (or beef). Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned.
- Season with salt, black pepper, chili powder, oregano, paprika, and minced garlic. Sauté for an additional minute before removing from the skillet.
- Lower the heat to medium and add oil to the skillet. Add zucchini, onion, and bell pepper; season with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, paprika, and black pepper. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Return the meat mixture to the skillet along with water and tomato paste. Stir in spinach and simmer until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg