Description
A flavorful and healthy low-carb skillet recipe featuring lean ground turkey, fresh zucchini, and vibrant grape tomatoes tossed with pesto and topped with Parmesan cheese. Quick and easy to prepare, this meal is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 lbs lean or extra lean ground turkey
Vegetables
- 2.5-3 lbs zucchini (cut into thin slices)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (cut in halves)
Other Ingredients
- 3/4 cup pesto
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tsp oil
Instructions
- Preheat and sauté onion: Preheat a large ceramic non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of oil and swirl to coat the pan evenly. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened and fragrant.
- Cook ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, constantly breaking the meat into small pieces and stirring to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Cook zucchini: Add the thinly sliced zucchini to the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally until the zucchini is slightly softened but still retains some texture.
- Combine tomatoes and pesto: Turn off the heat. Add the halved grape tomatoes and pesto sauce to the skillet. Stir gently to combine all ingredients and warm through without cooking the tomatoes too much.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top. Serve the skillet dish on its own for a low-carb meal or over a bed of greens. Alternatively, serve with Instant Pot brown rice or quinoa to add complex carbohydrates for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute turkey with crumbled tofu or tempeh and use vegetarian-friendly pesto.
- Feel free to add fresh herbs like basil or parsley for extra flavor.
- Use lean ground turkey to keep the dish low in fat.
- This dish keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Adjust salt according to your taste and dietary needs.
