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Quick One-Pan Ground Turkey and Zucchini Stir-Fry

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A fast, easy, and healthy one-pan stir-fry featuring lean ground turkey and fresh zucchini, perfect for busy weeknights and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) lean ground turkey
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or neutral oil like avocado oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (or pinch of ground ginger)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: slice zucchinis into 1/4-inch thick half-moons, mince garlic, grate ginger, and slice green onions for garnish (5 minutes).
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat in a large non-stick skillet or sauté pan.
  3. Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink and starting to brown, about 5-6 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Add sliced zucchini and stir frequently. Cook until zucchini softens but retains some crunch, about 3 minutes.
  6. Pour in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Add red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to coat and let sauce thicken slightly, about 2 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle sliced green onions on top before serving.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure turkey browns properly. Use medium-high heat and stir constantly once garlic is added to prevent burning. If zucchini releases too much water, increase heat briefly to evaporate excess liquid but avoid drying out the turkey. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. For vegan adaptation, swap turkey with tofu or lentils and honey with maple syrup.

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