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Zucchini Turkey Skillet

By: Julia Pacheco
Lean ground turkey, sautéed zucchini, and bold seasoning make this Zucchini Turkey Skillet a quick, healthy dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients 

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 1 tsp cumin, divided
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced into pieces
  • 2 tbs tomato paste
  • 1-15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1-15 oz can corn, drained
  • 1-10 oz can rotel
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • 2 tbs lime juice

Instructions 

  • To a skillet add the turkey and 1/2 tsp cumin and salt cook the turkey through.
  • Stir in the tomato paste.
  • Add in beans, corn, rotel, and the rest of the seasonings. Stir.
  • Add the zucchini in and stir to combine. Place the lid on and let simmer for 8 minutes or until the zucchini is soft.
  • Stir in the lime juice and Enjoy! You can top your plate with fresh avocado, lime, cherry tomatoes, cheese and anything else you’d like.

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Nutrition

Calories: 352kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 1018mg | Potassium: 1363mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 686IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Julia Pacheco

Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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1 Comment

  1. Sonya says:

    I made this last night, I omitted the corn (just a preference) but followed the recipe as is.
    I really, really liked it! Nice and easy, you could play with the recipe and still would be great. I also loved the fact the zucchini didn’t get so soft that it was mushy.

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