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Easy Turkey & Zucchini Skillet

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey Use organic lean ground beef if possible
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic minced
  • VEGGIES
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive or avocado oil
  • 2 medium zucchini cubed
  • 1 bell pepper any color, cut into 3/4 inch pieces (close to same size as zucchini)
  • 1/2 white or yellow onion cut into 3/4 inch pieces (close to same size as zucchini)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tbsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 5 oz fresh baby spinach

Instructions
 

  • Add your ground turkey (or beef) to a large skillet on the stovetop. Use a spatula to crumble the meat. Cook on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until browned.
  • Stir in salt, pepper, chili powder, oregano, paprika, and minced garlic. Saute for one more minute so garlic is golden in color. Remove turkey and garlic from pan and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add the oil to skillet with the zucchini, onion, and bell pepper. Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, paprika, and pepper. Stir. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and peppers and zucchini are close to tender, about 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Return the cooked ground turkey and garlic to the skillet. Add the water, tomato paste, and fresh spinach. Stir. Cover and simmer everything for 5 to 10 minutes or until it's all warmed through and spinach is wilted.