Low Fat Classic Picadillo

Transform your weeknight dinners with this Low Fat Classic Picadillo, a healthy twist on the traditional Latin comfort dish. Made with lean ground turkey, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich medley of sweet and savory flavors from green olives and raisins, this recipe delivers satisfying depth while keeping it light. Simmered in a fragrant tomato-based sauce spiced with cumin and oregano, this dish is packed with bold flavor yet crafted with low-fat, low-sodium ingredients for a heart-healthy spin. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for busy nights and can be served over rice, in tacos, or alongside a crisp salad. Elevate your dinner table with this delicious, nutrient-packed classic that’s as wholesome as it is irresistible.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean ground turkey
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 1 large Onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Tomato sauce, low-sodium
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth, low-sodium
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 cup Green olives, pitted and sliced
• 0.25 cup Raisins
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onions and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they become soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the lean ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon as it cooks.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato sauce, chicken broth, tomato paste, bay leaf, cumin, and oregano.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Fold in the sliced green olives and raisins, and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 8

Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning to taste, if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if using and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1302.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1264.1

Total Fat 64.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 324.0mg	0%
Sodium 3426.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 52.8g
Protein 100.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 340.2mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2996.3mg	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: 43.1%

Protein: 29.7%

Carbs: 27.2%