Heart-Healthy Savory Ground Meat and Vegetable Skillet

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Heart-Healthy Savory Ground Meat and Vegetable Skillet, a wholesome one-pan wonder bursting with flavor and nutrition. Featuring lean ground turkey as a protein-packed base, this recipe is elevated with a medley of vibrant vegetables, including zucchini, red bell pepper, grated carrot, and tender baby spinach. Seasoned with fragrant garlic, dried thyme, and a splash of low-sodium soy sauce, this skillet dish delivers a savory depth without excess sodium. Prepared in just 40 minutes, it’s a perfect choice for busy lifestyles, pairing wonderfully with nutty brown rice or quinoa for a balanced, nutrient-rich meal. Whether you're meal prepping or seeking a heart-healthy dinner option, this skillet promises to satisfy and nourish with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 Small onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 1 large Carrot, peeled and grated
• 3 cups Baby spinach
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 cups Cooked brown rice or quinoa

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean ground turkey to the skillet. Cook the turkey, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Once the turkey is cooked, add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and grated carrot to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Sauté the vegetables with the turkey for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 6

Add the baby spinach, low-sodium soy sauce, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt to the skillet. Stir until the spinach is wilted and everything is well combined.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for another 5 minutes to blend the flavors.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.

Step 9

Serve the savory ground meat and vegetable mixture over prepared brown rice or quinoa for a complete and heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1508.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1507.1

Total Fat 65.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 324.0mg	0%
Sodium 2040.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 112.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 336.8mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 2474.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 33.8%