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25-Minute Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet (One Skillet)

You're going to love this one skillet, 25 minute, meal prep friendly Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet. A delicious family favorite that you can make your own for a lower carb or more balanced meal, too!

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By: Lauren published: May. 16, 2022 updated: Sep. 02, 2024 10 Comments

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Pesto turkey skillet with a side of cauliflower rice on a plate.
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About This Recipe
Why You’ll Love This Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet
Ingredients and Substitutions
How To Make
What To Serve Pesto Zucchini Skillet With
FAQ: Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet
More Healthy Delicious Recipes You’ll Love
Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet (One Skillet)
MyFitnessPal Entry
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About This Recipe

I love evenings when I can have dinner on the table in 25 minutes or less. As much as I love to cook, after a hectic week, being in and out of the kitchen quickly really helps!

That’s why I love this Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet. Not only is it hearty, delicious, and super flavorful, but it requires just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking—all in one pan!

This dish is also easy to adjust to fit your macros. You can serve it by itself, with roasted vegetables, or with a salad for a low carb meal.

If you want something more balanced, serve it with orzo, pasta, or potatoes! Either way, it’ll taste amazing.

Did I also mention this Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet is great for meal prep? One pan, 25 minutes, and more for later! YES! 😍 I am HERE for it!

Pesto turkey skillet with a wooden spoon.

Why You’ll Love This Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet

  • One skillet meal means easy clean up!
  • 10 minute prep + 15 minutes of cooking = 25 minute meal 🙌🏼
  • It’s a low carb and high protein dish.
  • Easily adjust macros by choosing what you serve it with!
  • Packed with delicious, hearty protein & nutritious vegetables.
  • Great for meal prep!

Ingredients and Substitutions

  • Yellow onion
  • Ground turkey – I used 99% lean ground turkey. Usually turkey this lean can turn out dry, but the pesto brings a ton of moisture in. However, 93/7 turkey or even ground chicken would also work!
  • Zucchini
  • Grape tomatoes – I used the multicolored ones. Normal tomatoes would work, but keep in mind that they give off more juiced when cooked.
  • Pesto – I used Mezzetta.
  • Cheese – I used shredded mozzarella. Any cheese works!
  • Basil
  • Italian seasoning

How To Make

  1. Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add the onions and cook on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes. 
  2. Next, add the ground turkey and season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking until the turkey is no longer pink, stirring and breaking into smaller pieces as it cooks.
  3. Then, add in the zucchini, basil, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat. Stir in tomatoes and pesto. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
Pesto turkey skillet with cauliflower rice on a plate.
pairing tip!

What To Serve Pesto Zucchini Skillet With

If you’re looking for a lower carb meal, try serving your Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet this way:

  • Eat by itself
  • Veggies: Love this with a side of air-fried zucchini or roasted broccoli.
  • Cauliflower rice: Mixed with some Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice or steam-able cauliflower rice.
  • Spaghetti Squash: delicious Italian food vibes!
  • Greens: On top of a bed of greens like romaine, arugula, or another leaf of your choice.

For a moderate to higher carb (more balanced) meal, serve it with:

  • Rice or orzo
  • Pasta of choice: like elbows, bowties, angel hair, or these buttered noodles.
  • Bread: toasted bread is AMAZING to scoop this delicious mixture up!
  • Roasted potatoes: one of Simon’s favorite things to eat alongside this one.

FAQ: Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet

Can I use a different protein in this?

Totally! You can ground chicken or even ground beef if you wanted.

Can I make this skillet vegetarian or vegan?

For a vegetarian recipe, you can substitute meatless crumbles, crumbled vegan sausage, cannellini beans, or even mushrooms. You can also omit the meat completely. To make it vegan, you can do the same and omit or substitute the cheese.

What’s the best way to store this skillet?

Store covered in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.

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Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet (One Skillet)

? Gluten-Free ? High Protein ? Low Carb ? Macro-friendly
You're going to love this one skillet, 25 minute, meal prep friendly Pesto Zucchini Turkey Skillet. A delicious family favorite that you can make your own for a lower carb or more balanced meal, too!
Yield: 6
Prep: 10 minutes mins
Cook: 15 minutes mins
Total: 25 minutes mins
Calories: 242kcal
Protein: 27.6g
Fat: 10g
Carbs: 10.3g

Ingredients

  • 1 yellow onion (170g) diced
  • 1.25 lb. 99% lean ground turkey (20-oz.)
  • 2 medium zucchini (430g) halved and thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped basil
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 pint grape tomatoes (145g) halved – I used the multicolored
  • 1/3 cup pesto (80g) I used Mezzetta
  • 1/2 cup 2% mozzarella cheese (56g)

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Instructions

  • Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add the onions and cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the ground turkey and season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking until the turkey is no longer pink, stirring and breaking into smaller pieces as it cooks.
  • Add in the zucchini, basil, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in tomatoes and pesto. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Serve by itself, with roasted vegetables or a salad for a low carb meal. Or with orzo, pasta, potatoes or carb of choice for a macro balanced meal!

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1/6 of dish (223g), Calories: 242kcal (12%), Carbohydrates: 10.3g (3%), Protein: 27.6g (55%), Fat: 10g (15%), Saturated Fat: 5.1g (32%), Fiber: 3.1g (13%), Sugar: 5.8g (6%)

Nutrition is hand-calculated and accurate. No autocalulations! However, note that values can vary based on the brands you use and if you substitute ingredients.

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Lauren lives with her husband, Simon and two dogs, Finley and Cookie, in the Carolina’s. She has college degrees in Nursing and Exercise Science, is a NASM certified trainer and spent many years as a macro coach before transitioning to full time blogging. She loves staying active, being creative and recreating her favorite comfort food dishes into healthier, lightened up versions. Desserts are her speciality!

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