Ingredients and Weight: - 1 pound ground turkey - 1 zucchini, spiralized into noodles - 1 carrot, spiralized into noodles - 1 red bell pepper, chopped - 1 onion, chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes - 1 (15-ounce) can tomato paste - 1 teaspoon dried oregano - 1 teaspoon dried basil - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. In a large skillet, brown the ground turkey over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease. 2. Add the zucchini noodles, carrot noodles, bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. 3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. 4. Serve the zoodles topped with Parmesan cheese.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 350 per serving - Protein: 30 grams - Carbohydrates: 35 grams - Fat: 15 grams
Dish Characteristics: - Fresh and vibrant flavors of zucchini, carrot, bell pepper, and onion - Hearty and satisfying with the addition of ground turkey - Low in calories and carbohydrates, making it a healthy meal option - Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner
User Comments: - "Delicious and flavorful! I love the combination of the zucchini and carrot noodles." - "This is a great dish for a healthy meal that doesn't skimp on taste." - "I made this for my family and they all raved about it. It's a keeper!"
Special Precautions and Tips: - If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler to cut the zucchini and carrot into thin strips. - If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. - For a vegetarian version, omit the ground turkey and add an extra cup of vegetables to the skillet.