Best 6 Turkey Bacon Zucchini Pasta Recipes

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Turkey bacon zucchini pasta is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is a great way to use up leftover turkey bacon, and it is also a good source of vegetables. The zucchini adds a slightly sweet flavor to the dish, and the turkey bacon adds a smoky flavor. This dish is also very easy to make, and it can be on the table in under 30 minutes. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and nutritious meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI, BACON AND PARMESAN



Pasta with Zucchini, Bacon and Parmesan image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound penne rigate pasta
4 ounces bacon, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
2 pounds zucchini, (about 2 large), diced
1/2 to 1 cup reserved pasta water
3/4 cup very loosely packed, finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Coarse salt and cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in boiling, salted water to al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water. Return the pasta to the pot and set aside.
  • In a large saute pan, add the bacon and cook until the fat is rendered and the bacon is crispy. Add the zucchini and cook until it starts to soften. Place the cooked pasta over low heat. Add the reserved pasta water, cooked bacon, zucchini and the grated cheese. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453.14 calorie, Fat 13.3 grams, SaturatedFat 5.3 grams, Carbohydrate 61.3 grams, Fiber 3.6 grams, Protein 22 grams

TURKEY BACON, SPINACH, AND CHEESE ZUCCHINI-WRAPPED QUICHE RECIPE BY TASTY



Turkey Bacon, Spinach, And Cheese Zucchini-Wrapped Quiche Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, medium zucchinis, large eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, turkey bacon, spinach, milk, salt, pepper

Provided by Isabel Castillo

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 12 zucchini cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

nonstick cooking spray
2 medium zucchinis
6 large eggs
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
⅓ cup turkey bacon
½ cup spinach, chopped
½ cup milk
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray.
  • Trim the ends from the zucchini, then slice lengthwise with a vegetable peeler.
  • Line the muffin cups with the zucchini strips on the bottom and sides.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cheddar cheese, turkey bacon, spinach, milk, salt, and pepper.
  • Divide the egg mixture evenly among the zucchini cups.
  • Bake for 18 minutes, until the edges are slightly browned.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 1 gram

CREAMY TURKEY AND BACON PASTA



Creamy Turkey and Bacon Pasta image

Make and share this Creamy Turkey and Bacon Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb country-style smoked bacon, diced
2 shallots, diced
1 lb mushroom, sliced (shiitake or button)
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 teaspoon summer savory
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 cups heavy cream
2 lbs cooked turkey, cubed
1 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
2 lbs penne pasta, cooked and drained
fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large frying pan, sauté bacon until no longer pink but not crisp. Leave 2 tablespoons bacon fat in pan, removeing excess. Add shallots, and sauté until translucent. Add mushroooms an green onions; sauté for two minutes.
  • Add white wine and bring to a boil; reduce and simmer until liquid is reduced by half. Add cooked turkey half-way through the second reduction process.
  • When sauce is reduced, add 3/4 cup Parmesan, reserving the remaining 1/4 cup. Serve sauce over pasta.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and remaining Parmesan. Serve with bread, grilled or toasted wih garlic butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2084.8, Fat 91.3, SaturatedFat 44, Cholesterol 419.9, Sodium 1926.4, Carbohydrate 192.7, Fiber 26.5, Sugar 2.7, Protein 120.6

TURKEY BACON ZUCCHINI PASTA



Turkey Bacon Zucchini Pasta image

Next time you're looking to eat a little lighter without sacrificing flavor, give this dish featuring Pure Farmland® Turkey Bacon a try.

Provided by Farmland

Categories     Squash Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 slices Pure Farmland® Uncured Turkey Bacon, diced
1 tablespoon sunflower seeds, toasted
1 cup fresh basil
½ cup parsley
1 cup green peas, cooked, cooled
1 clove garlic
¼ cup pine nuts
1 lemon, zested and juiced
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 zucchini, spiralized
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ cup arugula leaves
2 ounces smoked mozzarella, torn into pieces

Steps:

  • Prep: Cook turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Dice.
  • Heat oven to 325 degrees F. Place sunflower seeds on baking sheet, and toast for 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Make Pea Pesto: In food processor, add basil, parsley, peas, garlic, pine nuts, lemon zest and juice, and cheese. Pulse to combine. With machine running, add in olive oil and mix to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Make Zucchini Pasta: In colander, toss zucchini with kosher salt and allow to sit for 10 minutes.
  • Heat a large saute pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Add zucchini to pan and cook for 3 minutes, or until slightly softened.
  • Add in 1 cup Pea Pesto and stir to combine. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for additional 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove to platter and top with arugula, smoked mozzarella, sunflower seeds, and turkey bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 1088.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

ZUCCHINI NOODLES WITH BASIL PESTO AND BACON



Zucchini Noodles with Basil Pesto and Bacon image

There's no pasta in this dish, just fresh zucchini noodles tossed in a delicious bacon and pesto sauce.

Provided by Monica P.

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 slices turkey bacon
½ cup basil pesto (such as Classico® Traditional)
3 large zucchini, ends trimmed
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 cup fresh arugula
1 pinch sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Lay bacon slices on a large baking tray.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until crispy, 9 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a large plate lined with absorbent kitchen paper and allow to cool and harden.
  • Crumble the cooled bacon into smaller pieces and combine with pesto sauce.
  • Use a spiralizer or julienne peeler to cut zucchini into noodles, snipping midway to prevent them from getting too long.
  • Heat olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add zucchini and garlic and cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add pesto-bacon mixture and heat for 2 minutes longer. Toss well so the noodles are evenly coated. Taste and season with salt if needed.
  • Top with freshly grated Parmiggiano-Reggiano cheese so it can melt while the dish is still warm. Season with freshly ground black pepper. Top with arugula, but do not mix it in. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 568.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Cholesterol 57.2 mg, Fat 44.9 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 1206.9 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

CAMPANELLE PASTA WITH TURKEY BACON



Campanelle Pasta with Turkey Bacon image

This recipe is simply delicious and easy to make. One day I had to make pasta but ran out of sauce and used what I had in my kitchen. Results...were positive!

Provided by Yajaira

Categories     Pasta Main Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta, dry
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium ripe tomato, chopped, or more to taste
1 (8 ounce) package fresh spinach
salt and ground black pepper to taste
6 strips turkey bacon
¼ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • While pasta cooks, heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion and garlic in the hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Toss in tomatoes and cook and stir for 5 minutes. Gradually toss in spinach and season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer mixture for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place turkey bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Crumble and transfer to tomato mixture.
  • Pour tomato mixture into drained pasta and add Gorgonzola cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.3 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 216.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Tips:

  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh zucchini, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful bacon.
  • Don't Overcook the Zucchini: Zucchini cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. It should be slightly tender but still have a bit of a bite.
  • Cook the Bacon Until Crispy: Crispy bacon adds a delicious smoky flavor to the pasta. Cook it until it's golden brown and crispy.
  • Use a Good Quality Pasta: A good quality pasta will hold its shape and won't get mushy when cooked.
  • Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder to taste. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
  • Serve with Parmesan Cheese: A sprinkling of Parmesan cheese adds a delicious finishing touch to the pasta.

Conclusion:

Turkey bacon, zucchini, and pasta come together in a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. This pasta dish is packed with flavor from the crispy bacon, tender zucchini, and flavorful tomatoes. It's a quick and easy recipe that's sure to please the whole family.

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