Description
Low-Carb Italian Ground Turkey Skillet is a healthy dish packed with flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 zucchini (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the chopped bell pepper and sliced zucchini. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the tomatoes are softened and the flavors meld together.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil.
- If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Serve warm, either on its own or over a bed of greens for a complete meal.
Notes
- This dish is low in carbs and high in protein.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Low Carb Italian Ground Turkey Skillet, Healthy Recipe, Low Carb Meal