Savory Ground Turkey and Peppers for a Quick Flavor Boost

Enjoy this quick and healthy Ground Turkey and Peppers skillet, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Skillet

1 tablespoon Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with your preferred cooking oil.
1 medium Onion Chopped; shallots can be used as an alternative.
2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is best.
1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken or beef.
2 cups Bell Peppers Chopped; frozen peppers can be used.
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste You may opt for crushed tomatoes.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Coconut aminos or tamari are suitable alternatives.
1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika adds a smoky flavor.
to taste Salt Adjust to liking.
to taste Pepper Adjust to liking.
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped; serves as a garnish.

Equipment

Large skillet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Begin by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped onion to the heated oil and sauté for about 2 minutes until translucent.
Introduce the ground turkey, breaking it apart, and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring until browned.
Stir in the chopped bell peppers and cook for about 5 minutes.
Add tomato paste, soy sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper, stirring well and cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
Once heated through, garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 32gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep; store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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