Fast Turkey Zucchini Dish (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 small onion, chopped into tiny pieces
02 - 2 zucchinis, medium-sized, cut into small chunks
03 - 1 pound of lean ground turkey
04 - 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon of olive oil for cooking

→ Spices and Seasoning

06 - A pinch of salt and black pepper (adjust to your taste)
07 - 1 teaspoon of paprika
08 - A dash of red chili flakes (only if you want a bit of spice)

→ For Garnishing and Serving

09 - Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese (optional, for an extra topping)
10 - Fresh herbs like basil or parsley for a colorful garnish (optional)
11 - Serve with lemon wedges for added flavor (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Chop up the zucchini, onion, and garlic into the appropriate sizes. Prepping everything in advance keeps the cooking stress-free!
02 - Grab a big pan or skillet, toss in some olive oil, and heat it gently on medium. Add the ground turkey, break it apart as it cooks, and stir until it's no longer pink. When it’s nice and brown, take it out and set it aside.
03 - Using the same pan, heat a touch more oil if needed. Add your onion and garlic, then cook until soft and it smells irresistible. Toss in the zucchini and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, keeping it slightly crisp.
04 - Put the turkey back into the pan with the zucchini mixture. Sprinkle with paprika, salt, black pepper, and a touch of chili flakes if you’d like it spicy. Stir well so all the flavors mix nicely and cook together for a couple of minutes.
05 - Top it off with Parmesan or a little squeeze of lemon juice if you want. Garnish with your favorite fresh herbs, and serve immediately while hot.

# Notes:

01 - This dish makes the perfect leftover meal. Heat it up the next day for a quick and easy lunch.
02 - Cut down on carbs by eating it as is or pairing it with cauliflower rice. Want something heartier? Try it with quinoa, regular rice, or even some crusty bread.
03 - Feel free to tweak it by adding veggies like spinach, cherry tomatoes, or bell peppers—it’s super flexible!

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