Italian Turkey Zucchini Skillet: A Quick Delicious Meal!
A quick and delicious skillet meal featuring ground turkey, zucchini, and a medley of vegetables, topped with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Introduce the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for approximately 5-7 minutes until the turkey is browned and thoroughly cooked.
- Incorporate the diced zucchini and chopped bell pepper into the skillet, continuing to cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables become tender.
- Add the diced tomatoes, including their juices, and sprinkle over the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly to combine, then allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the dish with grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the veggies used based on your preferences.
- This dish can be served over rice or pasta for a heartier meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
- Calories: 320