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Savory Ground Turkey and Vegetable Skillet
A quick and healthy one-skillet meal featuring lean ground turkey sautéed with a colorful mix of vegetables and seasoned perfectly. This versatile dish is great on its own or served over grains.
Prep 15 min
Cook 25 min
Total 40 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Skillet
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen peas or corn
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Step 2 — For Serving (Optional)
- Cooked rice
- Quinoa
- Mashed potatoes
Instructions
- 1
Brown Turkey
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off excess grease.
- 2
Sauté Aromatics and Harder Vegetables
Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, broccoli florets, chopped bell pepper, and sliced carrots. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together. Bring to a simmer.
- 4
Add Peas/Corn and Finish
Stir in the frozen peas or corn. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and flavors have melded. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 5
Serve
Serve hot, either on its own or over your choice of cooked rice, quinoa, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition per serving: 450 cal · 35g protein · 35g carbs · 18g fat · 10g fiber
