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Ground Turkey and Peppers

Ground Turkey and Peppers: Quick, Flavorful Family Dinner

Ground Turkey and Peppers is a quick, protein-packed dinner that's high in flavor and low in carbs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground beef.
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Mix red, yellow, and green.
  • 1 medium Onion Can substitute with shallots.
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can substitute.
For the Seasoning
  • 1-2 teaspoons Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil or butter.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and dicing your bell peppers into bite-sized pieces, finely chop half an onion and mince 2-3 cloves of garlic. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart, for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in diced onion and bell peppers. Sauté for another 5-8 minutes until vegetables soften and onion turns translucent.
  4. Sprinkle in chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until flavors meld.
  5. Remove from heat and serve as standalone or over rice/quinoa. Optional: serve in taco shells or lettuce wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be stored in the fridge for 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.

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