Description
A flavorful and healthy Teriyaki Ground Turkey Skillet loaded with vibrant vegetables like carrots, radishes, zucchini, and spinach. This quick stovetop recipe combines tender ground turkey with a savory teriyaki glaze, perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner that can be served with rice or cauliflower rice.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 bunch radishes, chopped
- 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 medium zucchini squash, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 tsp sea salt, to taste
For Serving (Optional)
- 1 bunch chives, chopped
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat the oil and soften onions: Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large 12-inch deep-sided skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped red onion and cook while stirring occasionally until the onion starts to soften, about 3 minutes.
- Cook carrots, radishes, and ginger: Add chopped carrots, radishes, and grated fresh ginger to the skillet. Cover the skillet and cook for 3 minutes to let the vegetables soften and develop flavor.
- Brown the ground turkey: Push the cooked vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add 1 pound of ground turkey to the empty side. Let it brown on one side without stirring for 2 to 3 minutes, then flip and cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes. Stir everything together well to combine the turkey and vegetables.
- Add teriyaki sauce and vegetables: Pour in 1/4 cup of teriyaki sauce, add the chopped zucchini and 2 cups of baby spinach, and sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon sea salt. Cover and cook until the turkey is fully cooked through and the vegetables are tender, approximately 4 to 5 minutes.
- Reduce excess liquid: If there is a lot of liquid remaining in the pan, increase the heat to medium-high and stir constantly until most of the liquid evaporates, giving a nice glaze to the mixture.
- Serve: Serve the skillet topped with chopped chives and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds. Optionally, accompany with steamed white rice or cauliflower rice, and additional teriyaki sauce if desired.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free teriyaki sauce.
- You can substitute ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- Feel free to add more or different vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.
- Serving with cauliflower rice makes this meal lower carb and suitable for low-calorie diets.
- If you like a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the teriyaki sauce before adding to the skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
