Description
Indulge in this Turkey Mediterranean Casserole, a warm and flavorful dish that combines lean ground turkey with vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this casserole is simple to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight meal. With layers of flavor from fresh ingredients and melted feta cheese, it’s sure to become a new favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., penne) – Optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large oven-safe casserole dish with olive oil.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Add ground turkey; cook until browned. Stir in zucchini and bell peppers; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Mix in diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- If using pasta, mix it into the turkey mixture. Transfer to the greased casserole dish and top with feta cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg