Enjoy a light, healthy, and colorful meal with this Ground Turkey and Summer Veggie Skillet. This recipe features fresh green beans, summer squash, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes, making it perfect for a quick and nutritious dinner. This would also be a great way to use up what ever veggie odds and ends you have at the end of the week. Mix, match and enjoy!
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 summer squash, sliced into half-moons
- 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Cook the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Onions and Garlic: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add the green beans to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. Then, add the summer squash and zucchini, cooking for another 3-4 minutes. Finally, add the cherry tomatoes and Italian seasoning, and cook until the vegetables are tender and the tomatoes are slightly blistered, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine and add cheese: Return the cooked ground turkey to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables. Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed. Add cheese on top and cook under the broiler for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat everything through.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Remove from oven carefully and sprinkle with fresh basil if desired. Serve hot.
Notes:
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of white lemon balsamic vinegar
- This dish is versatile and can be customized with your favorite summer vegetables.
- Serve on its own for a low-carb option, or over brown rice or quinoa for a more filling meal.
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