Turkey, Zucchini & White Bean Skillet Dinner

An easy and flavorful Turkey, Zucchini & White Bean Skillet Dinner perfect for busy weeknights. This dish is rich in dietary fiber, high-quality protein, and antioxidant-rich vegetables, and comes together in just one pan.

By @mallorythedietitian

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 yellow onion chopped
• 1 red bell pepper diced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 lb lean ground turkey
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt more to taste
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 Tbsp tomato paste
• 15 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 2 zucchini diced; or 1 large
• 16 oz Great Northern beans drained and rinsed
• 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0 lemon squeeze, optional
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley optional

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet on medium heat. Add olive oil until heated. Add onion and red bell peppers and saute until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add ground turkey and seasonings. Break apart the meat with a wooden spoon or masher and cook until turkey is cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
3. Stir in tomato paste. Add diced tomatoes and zucchini. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and cook 5-7 minutes, until zucchini is fork-tender.
4. Add drained and rinsed white beans and shredded mozzarella cheese. Cook another 1-2 minutes. Top with a squeeze of lemon juice and fresh parsley. Taste and season with additional salt as needed.