Description
Cheesy Ground Turkey Veggie Pasta Savory is the ultimate comfort food that blends nutritious ingredients into a delightful dish. Featuring lean ground turkey, vibrant bell peppers, and luscious cheddar cheese, this pasta dish satisfies your cravings while keeping health in mind. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, it’s quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Enjoy a hearty bowl that brings everyone together for a cozy dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup diced zucchini
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 15 oz tomato sauce (low-sodium)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping the vegetables.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add bell peppers and zucchini; cook until tender.
- Push veggies aside, add ground turkey, and brown while breaking it apart.
- Stir in tomato sauce and Italian seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix in cooked pasta and cheddar cheese until well combined and heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg