Description
Ground Turkey and Peppers is a delightful and quick dish that combines lean ground turkey with vibrant bell peppers for a satisfying meal. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this flavor-packed recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With its high protein content and customizable options, it’s not only healthy but also family-friendly. Serve it on its own for a low-carb option, over rice or quinoa for extra nourishment, or in taco shells for a fun twist. This versatile dish will quickly become a favorite in your household!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional, for heat)
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
- Juice of ½ lime (optional, for brightness)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey; break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until no longer pink.
- Season with spices and add sliced bell peppers. Cook until peppers soften slightly.
- Pour in chicken broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce; stir well and simmer for a few minutes.
- Finish with fresh lime juice and garnish before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg