Low Fat Italian Turkey Stew

Warm up your weeknights with this hearty and nourishing Low Fat Italian Turkey Stew, a one-pot wonder perfect for a quick, wholesome family dinner. Bursting with classic Italian flavors, this stew combines lean ground turkey, tender vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and celery, and a rich tomato and herb-infused broth. Spinach adds a pop of vibrant color and boosts the nutrition, while optional red pepper flakes provide a subtle kick. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this low-fat, high-protein recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Serve it garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a comforting, healthy meal that’s perfect for meal prep or cozy evenings. Your go-to recipe for satisfying, guilt-free comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground turkey (lean, 93% or higher)
• 2 tsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion (diced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 medium Carrots (peeled and diced)
• 2 stalks Celery stalks (diced)
• 1 medium Zucchini (diced)
• 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes (no salt added)
• 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried basil
• 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 4 cups Spinach (fresh)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
• 2 tbsp Grated Parmesan cheese (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. This should take about 5 minutes. Once cooked, remove the turkey from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the zucchini to the pot and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

Step 5

Return the cooked turkey to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Stir in the spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 9

Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2909.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1516.4

Total Fat 72.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 323.5mg	0%
Sodium 2270.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.3g	0%
Total Sugars 51.2g
Protein 131.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 596.7mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 5102.0mg	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: 42.2%

Protein: 34.2%

Carbs: 23.7%