Description
Ground turkey is a fantastic ingredient known for its versatility and flavor. This savory dish combines lean ground turkey with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, creating a delicious meal that is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With its vibrant colors and satisfying textures, this recipe not only pleases the palate but also adds a nutritious touch to your table. Get ready for a delightful culinary experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 14 oz can diced tomatoes, with juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Dice the onion and bell peppers, and mince the garlic.
- Sauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers; cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Cook the turkey: Add ground turkey to the skillet, crumbling it as it cooks until no longer pink, about 7–10 minutes.
- Season the mixture: Stir in paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Add tomatoes: Pour in the canned tomatoes with their juices and reduce heat to low. Let simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Finish with herbs: Stir in freshly chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg