Description
This Ground Turkey Zucchini Skillet is a healthy and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, Italian seasoning, and melted mozzarella cheese, it’s a low-carb and gluten-free dish that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Cheese and Garnish
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the skillet: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to create a non-stick base for cooking the turkey and vegetables.
- Cook the ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Break the meat apart with a spoon to ensure even cooking and a crumbly texture.
- Sauté aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the turkey. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and the onion is softened, stirring occasionally.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the diced zucchini and red bell pepper and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften the vegetables evenly.
- Season the mixture: Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Mix well to combine the spices with the ingredients.
- Simmer with tomatoes: Add the drained diced tomatoes and stir to incorporate. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
- Cheese topping: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the skillet contents. Cover again and allow the cheese to melt, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Serve and garnish: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm for a delicious and wholesome meal.
Notes
- For extra protein, add a can of drained black beans to the skillet.
- Use yellow squash as a substitute for zucchini for a slightly different flavor and texture.
- Omit cheese or substitute with dairy-free cheese to make this dish dairy-free.
