Description
A quick and flavorful ground turkey keto recipe featuring tender turkey, creamy avocado, and melted cheese, perfect for a satisfying low-carb meal any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
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Stir in ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula.
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Add bell pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
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Cook until turkey is browned and peppers are tender.
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Reduce heat, sprinkle cheese over the turkey mixture, and cover until cheese melts.
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Serve topped with avocado slices and fresh cilantro.
Notes
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Variations: Add jalapeños for heat, or zucchini noodles for extra crunch.
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Tips: Use lean turkey for fewer calories; swap cheddar with mozzarella for a different flavor.
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Allergies: Dairy-free? Skip the cheese or use a vegan alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Keto
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg