Herbed Turkey Zucchini Skillet Dish
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Herbed Turkey Zucchini Skillet Dish, a vibrant, one-pan recipe that combines lean ground turkey, tender zucchini rounds, and bursts of sweet cherry tomatoes. Infused with fresh parsley, thyme, and a hint of lemon juice, this dish delivers big on flavor while staying light and healthy. Seasoned to perfection with garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and a touch of Parmesan (if desired), it’s a satisfying blend of savory and zesty. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile skillet is perfect as a standalone meal or paired with quinoa, rice, or crusty bread for a complete and wholesome dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.75 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the zucchini. Cut into thin rounds and set aside.
Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves. Chop the fresh parsley.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 2–3 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Increase the heat slightly and add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook for 5–7 minutes or until browned and fully cooked through.
Stir in the zucchini rounds and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
Season the mixture with salt, ground black pepper, fresh thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to coat the ingredients with the herbs and spices.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until they begin to soften and release their juices.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Optional: Sprinkle shredded Parmesan cheese over the skillet before serving for added richness.
Serve warm as a standalone dish or pair with your favorite grain or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.7 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 6744 mg | 293% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.6 g | ||
| Protein | 115.1 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 780 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1475 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
