Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Ground Turkey Dinner Ideas

Ground Turkey Dinner Ideas: 1 Amazing, Healthy Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews
  • Author: Casey Mitchell
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Discover easy and delicious ground turkey dinner ideas perfect for weeknights. Find healthy, quick, and family-friendly recipes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound pasta
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Brown ground turkey in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain well.
  5. Serve sauce over pasta and top with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Add vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms to the sauce.
  • Use different types of pasta.
  • Spice up the sauce with red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg