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A delicious Ground Turkey Cottage Cheese Dinner, showcasing a healthy and flavorful meal idea.

Ground Turkey Cottage Cheese Dinner

This recipe transforms lean ground turkey and creamy cottage cheese into a delicious and satisfying meal. With added vegetables and herbs, this dish is a high-protein, quick, and easy weeknight option that's both healthy and flavorful.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey 93% lean or similar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cottage cheese low-fat or full-fat, your preference
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  5. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
  6. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Stir in cottage cheese until melted and evenly distributed.
  8. Continue cooking for 5 minutes, or until heated through.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese (if using).
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Serve over brown rice, quinoa, or pasta. Can be served with a side salad for a complete meal. For a creamier texture, use full-fat cottage cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.