Description
A healthy and flavorful veggie hash featuring lean ground turkey, colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and juicy cherry tomatoes, seasoned with a tangy onion ranch blend. Perfect for a quick, nutritious meal served in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb ground turkey (preferably lean, such as Butterball)
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, finely diced into 1/4-inch pieces
- 1 bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch squares
- 2 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- Large handful cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
Seasoning & Oil
- 1.5 tbsp oil (such as olive oil or vegetable oil)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp onion ranch powder (e.g., Hidden Valley)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Finely dice the onion into 1/4-inch pieces. Cut the bell pepper and zucchini into 1/2-inch squares. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half to release their juices during cooking.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat 1.5 tablespoons of oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
- Sauté Onions and Bell Pepper: Add the diced onions and bell pepper to the skillet with the turkey. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent and the bell pepper starts to soften.
- Add Zucchini and Tomatoes: Stir in the chopped zucchini and halved cherry tomatoes. Continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes until the zucchini is tender and the tomatoes have released their juices.
- Season the Hash: Sprinkle in the onion ranch powder, garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat all ingredients with the seasonings.
- Simmer and Combine Flavors: Lower the heat and let the veggie hash simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve warm. This hash pairs well with eggs for breakfast or a side salad for lunch or dinner.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey for a healthier option that still stays moist and flavorful.
- Adjust seasonings to taste, adding more ranch powder or garlic powder for stronger flavor.
- You can swap the zucchini and bell pepper for other vegetables like mushrooms or spinach if preferred.
- For extra protein, top with a fried or poached egg.
- This dish reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
