Penne with Goat Cheese Kale Olives and Turkey
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this hearty and wholesome Penne with Goat Cheese, Kale, Olives, and Turkey. This vibrant pasta dish combines al dente penne with tender ground turkey, nutrient-packed kale, and the briny punch of black olives, all brought together in a luxuriously creamy goat cheese sauce infused with a bright splash of lemon juice. A hint of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat, while garlic lends depth and fragrance. Ready in just 35 minutes, this protein-packed and veggie-rich recipe is perfect for busy nights and sophisticated enough for entertaining. Serve it piping hot for a satisfying meal that’s as indulgent as it is nutritious. Keywords: penne pasta, goat cheese sauce, kale recipes, turkey pasta, quick dinner ideas, healthy pasta dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 3 pcs garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups kale, chopped
- 1 cup black olives, sliced
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Add the chopped kale to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to wilt, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir the cooked ground turkey back into the skillet along with the sliced black olives. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the crumbled goat cheese, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Mix until the goat cheese melts and creates a creamy sauce.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with additional crumbled goat cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3003 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.4 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.1 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 383 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 3984 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 299.9 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.5 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 163.7 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 688 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 27.7 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 2489 mg | 53% | |
*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.
