Description
This flavorful Ground Turkey and Peppers recipe combines lean ground turkey with colorful bell peppers, sautéed onions, and garlic, enhanced with tomato paste and soy sauce for a savory, well-balanced meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb ground turkey
Vegetables
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatics.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Add the diced onion and cook for 2 minutes until translucent, then add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks to ensure even browning.
- Add bell peppers: Stir in the sliced bell peppers and continue cooking for 5 minutes, allowing them to become tender-crisp.
- Season and combine: Add 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together to evenly coat the ingredients with the sauce and spices.
- Simmer and finish: Let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld the flavors, then remove from heat. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier option, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the paprika.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce the salt content.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low-carb option.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure the soy sauce is certified gluten-free or substitute with tamari.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: ground turkey, bell peppers, healthy dinner, quick meal, sautéed turkey, low fat recipe
