Description
Ground turkey is a versatile and healthy option for dinner, perfect for weeknight meals or casual gatherings. This savory dish combines lean ground turkey with aromatic vegetables and spices, creating a delightful flavor profile that will have your family asking for seconds. Easy to customize based on your pantry staples, this recipe promises to bring everyone together for a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Chop the onion and bell peppers and mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned evenly (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in garlic, bell peppers, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; sauté until peppers soften (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in broth and simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Optional: Sprinkle fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider mixing in black beans or swapping ground turkey for chicken. Experiment with spices like smoked paprika for a unique twist.