Description
Discover the quick and healthy ground turkey and peppers stir-fry, a flavorful dish packed with lean protein and colorful vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy stir-fry combines tender ground turkey with vibrant bell peppers, garlic, and savory seasonings for a nutritious and delicious meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free option
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes for heat
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Start by washing and slicing the bell peppers and onion into thin strips. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil or olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced onions to the skillet. Stir quickly to release their fragrance.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp.
- Pour in the soy sauce or tamari, sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired, and stir to coat the ingredients evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice, cauliflower rice, or your preferred grain.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey for a healthier meal.
- Stir-fry vegetables until just tender to keep their vibrant color and crunch.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more soy sauce or spice as desired.
- For added texture, top with chopped nuts or crispy fried onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg