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Ground Turkey Pasta

Ground Turkey Pasta

Quick and easy Ground Turkey Pasta recipe perfect for busy weeknights with lean protein and colorful veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
Pasta
  • 8 ounces penne or fusilli pasta
Vegetables
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 piece bell pepper diced
  • 1 piece zucchini diced
Seasonings
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
Cooking Oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot for Pasta

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add diced bell pepper and zucchini; cook until softened.
  4. Stir in ground turkey; cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Combine cooked pasta with the turkey mixture; stir well to coat.
  7. Serve hot with optional grated cheese on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10g

Notes

For added flavor, let the finished dish rest before serving. Customize by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting spices to taste.

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