Low Carb Turkey Goulash
Satisfy your comfort food cravings while staying on track with this delicious Low Carb Turkey Goulash recipe! Packed with lean ground turkey, vibrant bell peppers, zucchini, and a flavorful blend of paprika, Italian seasoning, and garlic, this dish is a healthy twist on the classic Hungarian favorite. Simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce, it's perfect for those seeking a hearty, meal-prep-friendly option that’s keto-friendly and gluten-free. Serve it over fluffy cauliflower rice for a complete low-carb dinner that’s bursting with robust flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, this wholesome meal is ideal for busy weeknights and sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 2 medium, diced (any color) Bell peppers
- 1 medium, diced Zucchini
- 1.5 tablespoons Paprika
- 0.5 tablespoons Smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 14 ounces Diced tomatoes (canned, no sugar added)
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups (optional, for serving) Cauliflower rice
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, being careful not to burn it.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned all over, about 6-8 minutes.
Season the turkey with paprika, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning, stirring to coat the meat evenly.
Add the diced bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it is mixed well with the turkey and vegetables.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to combine, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Lower the heat and let the goulash simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
If desired, heat the cauliflower rice separately according to package instructions, or sauté fresh cauliflower rice in a pan for 5-7 minutes until tender.
Taste the goulash and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the turkey goulash over cauliflower rice (for a low-carb option) and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.5 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 6356 mg | 276% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.7 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.0 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.4 g | ||
| Protein | 112.5 g | 225% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 3708 mg | 79% | |
*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.
