Description
A quick and flavorful Low Carb Turkey Zucchini Skillet that combines lean ground turkey, fresh zucchini, and aromatic spices to create a healthy and satisfying meal in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or clean eating plans, this one-pan dish is low in carbs, high in nutrition, and easily customizable.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 bell pepper, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Pantry & Seasonings
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (blend of oregano, basil, etc.)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash and chop the zucchini and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces, mince the garlic, and dice the onion. Having all vegetables prepped beforehand makes the cooking process smooth and fast.
- Brown the Ground Turkey: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned and no longer pink. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Push the turkey to one side of the skillet and add onions and bell peppers to the empty side. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Zucchini and Combine: Add the zucchini to the skillet and stir everything together. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the zucchini is tender but still slightly firm, making sure the flavors meld beautifully.
- Final Seasoning and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes for heat. Serve hot straight from the skillet for a comforting yet light meal.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the zucchini to keep it slightly firm and prevent sogginess.
- Use fresh herbs like basil or oregano in place of dried Italian seasoning for more vibrant flavor.
- If the zucchini releases too much moisture, drain some liquid to avoid a watery skillet.
- Allow the turkey to develop a good sear before stirring to enhance flavor.
- Adjust the heat level gradually by adding crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg