Quick Ground Turkey Dinner: A Delicious Weeknight Meal
This quick ground turkey dinner is a flavorful and nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with veggies and spices, it brings a delicious...
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and diced bell pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes until softened.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula and cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate the diced zucchini, drained tomatoes, oregano, cumin, and paprika, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Serve the turkey mixture over cooked brown rice or quinoa, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley for added flavor.