Ground Turkey & Zucchini Skillet
A simple one-pan meal with lean ground turkey, tender zucchini, aromatic herbs, garlic, and a touch of Mediterranean spices. Perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep, low-carb and high-protein.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Servings:2–3
Ingredients
For the Skillet
400g ground turkey
2 medium zucchini, diced or sliced
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
¼ tsp cumin
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼–½ tsp chili flakes
2 tbsp tomato paste or ½ cup diced tomatoes
Optional Garnishes
Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
Lemon wedges
Feta or goat cheese crumbles
Instructions
1. Cook the Turkey
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add onion → sauté 2–3 minutes until soft.
Add garlic → saute 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add ground turkey → cook 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart, until no longer pink.
Stir in paprika, oregano, thyme, cumin, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
If using tomato paste or diced tomatoes, stir in now and simmer 2–3 minutes.
2. Cook the Zucchini
Push turkey to the side of skillet.
Add zucchini → cook 5–6 minutes until slightly tender but still firm.
Stir zucchini into turkey and mix everything together.
Taste and adjust seasoning.
3. Serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil.
Optional: add crumbled feta or goat cheese.
Serve with lemon wedges for a fresh zing.
Tips
For extra Mediterranean flavor: add olives or capers.
Add other veggies: bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, or spinach.
Can be served over rice, quinoa, or couscous for a fuller meal.
Great for meal prep — keeps 3–4 days in the fridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this spicy?
Yes — add more chili flakes or ½ tsp cayenne.
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes — replace turkey with chickpeas, lentils, or crumbled tofu.
Q: Can I bake instead of skillet?
Yes — combine ingredients in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake at 200°C for 20 minutes.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 300–350
Protein: 32g
Carbs: 8–10g
Fat: 16g
Fiber: 3–4g