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Ground Turkey and Peppers

A simple, healthy dish featuring lean ground turkey and colorful bell peppers for a flavorful and nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground turkey Lean protein option
  • 2 pieces bell peppers (any color), diced Add variety for color and nutrition
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder For flavor
  • 1 tsp cumin For flavor
  • to taste none Salt and pepper
  • as needed none Olive oil for sautéing
  • as needed none Cooked rice, lettuce wraps, or taco shells for serving Choose serving option

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the ground turkey, cooking until browned and cooked through.
  4. Stir in the diced bell peppers and the spices (chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper).
  5. Cook until the bell peppers are tender. Serve over rice, in lettuce wraps, or in taco shells.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of lime juice or serve with fresh cilantro. Experiment with different spices like paprika or oregano for a unique twist. Ensure the ground turkey is fully cooked by checking that there is no pink inside.