Discover a delightful culinary creation that combines the flavors of Italy with the health benefits of spiralized zucchini – the Italian Turkey Zoodles. Embark on a culinary journey where succulent turkey and tender zucchini intertwine, infused with the vibrant flavors of Italian herbs and spices. This low-carb, high-flavor dish is a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate and nourish your body.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
TURKEY BOLOGNESE WITH VOODLES
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the bolognese: In a stockpot, combine the ground turkey, tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, salt, Italian seasoning, pepper, garlic, bay leaf, carrot, onion and 1/2 cup water. (Do not brown the turkey; everything goes in at once.) Cover, bring to a simmer and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until just slightly thickened, about 1 hour. Remove the bay leaf and stir in the parsley.
- For the voodles: Cut the zucchini into noodles using a julienne peeler or a spiral slicer.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; spray with cooking spray or drizzle with a little olive oil. Add the voodles and saute about 1 minute. Season with a little salt and pepper. Using a ladle, add the sauce and toss to coat.
- Add a few tablespoons of grated Parmesan and serve.
ITALIAN TURKEY ZOODLES
This is an easy low-carb pasta with tomato meat sauce that is so yummy, and has a mild kick.
Provided by Haley Griffin Egesdahl
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h18m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Make zucchini noodles using a spiralizer or julienne peeler. Place noodles in a colander and cover liberally with 1 tablespoon salt. Let sit until noodles release some moisture, about 20 minutes. Rinse noodles and pat dry.
- Place ground turkey, garlic salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir until turkey is browned and juices run clear, about 5 minutes. Drain grease.
- Push turkey to the sides of the skillet to make an empty space in the center. Add olive oil and minced garlic; cook until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Stir diced tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, parsley, basil, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper into the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook until sauce thickens, about 15 minutes. Stir in noodles. Cover with cottage cheese. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 15 minutes. Turn on broiler and broil until cheese is golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 110.2 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 40.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 3073.5 mg, Sugar 9.5 g
TURKEY SPAGHETTI ZOODLES
A super simple one-pot dinner that's low calorie, low carb, paleo, gluten-free and takes just 10 minutes to make. This will be your go-to week night dinner! Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Provided by Megan Olson
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 24m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add turkey breast, green pepper, garlic, Italian seasoning, ground black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until turkey is lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Stir marinara sauce and baby spinach into the turkey mixture; cook and stir until marinara sauce is warm through, about 3 minutes.
- Stir zucchini noodles into the sauce with tongs; cook and stir until the zucchini is slightly tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 84.8 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 802.9 mg, Sugar 15.7 g
ZIPPY TURKEY ZOODLES
Eating healthy doesn't mean sacrificing flavor-and these spiced-up zoodles prove it. If you don't have a spiralizer, simply slice the zucchini julienne-style. -Elizabeth Bramkamp, Gig Harbor, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil over medium heat. Add turkey, onion, jalapeno and garlic and cook until turkey is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up turkey into crumbles, 8-10 minutes; drain. Stir in seasonings; remove and keep warm. Wipe out pan., In the same pan, heat remaining olive oil; cook zucchini over medium heat until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, corn, beans and reserved turkey mixture; heat through. Serve with cilantro and cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 500mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips for Making Italian Turkey Zucchini Noodles:
- Choose the right zucchini: Look for firm, straight zucchini that are about the same size. This will ensure that they cook evenly.
- Use a spiralizer to create the zucchini noodles: This is the easiest way to get thin, uniform noodles. If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler or a sharp knife to create thin strips.
- Cook the zucchini noodles briefly: Zucchini noodles cook very quickly, so it's important to not overcook them. Cook them for just a few minutes, or until they are tender but still have a slight crunch.
- Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes this dish, so be sure to use a sauce that you love. A simple tomato sauce or a pesto sauce are both great options.
- Add some protein: Turkey is a great protein to add to this dish, but you can also use chicken, shrimp, or tofu. Whatever protein you choose, cook it thoroughly before adding it to the zucchini noodles.
- Serve immediately: Italian turkey zucchini noodles are best served immediately. The zucchini noodles will start to soften and lose their texture if they sit for too long.
Conclusion:
Italian turkey zucchini noodles are a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can use different types of vegetables and protein than zucchini and turkey, and you can use any type of sauce that you like. So get creative and enjoy this flavorful and healthy dish!
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