Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- About 5 cups fresh spinach (loosely packed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Mince 3 cloves garlic, finely chop 1 small yellow onion, and rinse about 5 cups fresh spinach.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat; add 2 tablespoons olive oil and warm until it shimmers.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté, stirring, for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add 1 lb ground turkey to the skillet, break it up with a spoon, and cook, stirring occasionally, 6–8 minutes until fully cooked and browned; if it releases a lot of liquid, increase heat slightly to evaporate excess.
- Mix in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and cook 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and scrape the skillet bottom, then simmer about 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the fresh spinach in handfuls, stirring to wilt each batch, about 3–4 minutes total.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and (optional) 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; taste and adjust seasoning.
- Finish with 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice and, if using, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan; stir until the cheese melts and the skillet is combined.
Notes
Brown the ground turkey without stirring constantly to develop flavor through caramelization., Add spinach in batches to avoid sogginess., Season simply but thoughtfully, emphasizing salt and lemon juice for brightness., Multitask during turkey cooking time to speed up meal prep., Pairs well with quinoa, brown rice, crusty garlic bread, mashed potatoes, or polenta., For low-carb options, serve over cauliflower rice or spiralized zucchini noodles., Turn up heat by adding diced jalapeño or cayenne pepper with garlic., Vegetarian version: replace turkey with crumbled tofu or cooked lentils and use vegetable broth., Add extra veggies like mushrooms, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes when cooking onions., Parmesan can be swapped with feta or mozzarella or omitted for dairy-free versions., Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months., Reheat gently on stovetop with splash of broth to maintain texture; microwave in short bursts if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 280 calories per serving (estimate based on ingredients)
- Fat: Approx. 12g per serving
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 7g per serving
- Protein: Approx. 30g per serving