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Mediterranean Ground Turkey Skillet

Cultural Context

Originating from the Mediterranean region, this skillet dish highlights the vibrant flavors and ingredients typical of the area, such as olives, feta, and fresh vegetables. It reflects the Mediterranean diet's emphasis on lean proteins and healthy fats, making it a nutritious choice for weeknight meals. Today, variations of this dish are enjoyed globally, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

MediterraneanGRmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground turkey
1 medium zucchini, cubed
1 small onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 can diced tomatoes in juice (14.5 oz)
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp oregano
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
salt & pepper to taste
feta cheese or grated parmesan cheese
Fresh chopped basil

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese provides similar creaminess with fewer calories.

kalamata olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: black olives

Green olives are lower in calories and black olives are often less expensive.

1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

3

Stir in chopped garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4

Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon.

5

Cook the turkey until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

6

Season with salt, black pepper, oregano, and Italian seasoning, stirring to combine.

7

Add diced bell pepper and zucchini, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

8

Stir in diced tomatoes and tomato paste, cooking until heated through.

9

Add fresh chopped basil and stir until wilted.

10

Remove from heat and top with crumbled feta cheese or grated parmesan before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

large skilletspoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

high-proteinlow-calorie

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Mediterranean Turkey SkilletTurkey Skillet with Vegetables

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