Description
Ground Turkey and Peppers is a wholesome and vibrant dish that combines lean ground turkey with colorful bell peppers for a satisfying meal. This quick-to-make recipe bursts with flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Each bite offers a delightful mix of spices and fresh ingredients, promising to please even the pickiest eaters. Enjoy this versatile dish as is, or use it as a filling for tacos or wraps!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 3 medium bell peppers (assorted colors), diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and paprika; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Increase heat slightly and add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook until no pink remains, breaking apart chunks for even cooking.
- Combine sautéed vegetables with turkey; season with salt and pepper. Allow flavors to meld together over medium heat for about five minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley if desired, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg