Description
Experience a delightful and nutritious meal with this Low Carb Turkey Zucchini Skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan dish combines lean ground turkey and tender zucchini simmered in a rich tomato sauce, creating a satisfying dinner in just 30 minutes. Not only is this skillet easy to prepare, but it also offers a health-conscious option for those seeking low-carb or high-protein meals. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to suit your taste, making it as versatile as it is delicious. Enjoy a wholesome dinner that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spoon while cooking until browned; drain excess grease.
- Mix in diced zucchini, diced tomatoes (with juice), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer; reduce heat and cook for 10-15 minutes until zucchini is tender and sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg