Description
This Weeknight Ground Turkey with Green Beans Teriyaki is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy evenings. Ground turkey is sautéed with fresh vegetables like green beans, carrots, and red onion, all coated in a savory teriyaki sauce for a deliciously balanced dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a healthy dinner that doesn’t compromise on taste.
Ingredients
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Sauce and Oil
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce (preferably Kikkoman for best consistency)
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (or any high smoke point oil)
Protein and Vegetables
- 1.25 lb ground turkey
- 0.6 lb green beans, trimmed and snapped into 2-inch pieces
- 1.25 cup red onion, sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 0.5 cup carrots, cut into matchstick strips (1/8-inch thick)
Instructions
- Preheat the Pan: Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat until shimmering to prepare for cooking the turkey and vegetables.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Add 1.25 pounds of ground turkey to the hot pan. Break it apart with a spatula and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through with no pink remaining.
- Sauté Aromatics: Push the cooked turkey to one side of the pan and add minced garlic (6 cloves), sliced red onion (1.25 cups), and freshly grated ginger (1.5 teaspoons) to the empty space. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onions soften slightly.
- Add Vegetables: Mix in trimmed green beans (0.6 lb) and matchstick carrots (0.5 cup) into the pan. Stir everything together and cook for another 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Incorporate Teriyaki Sauce: Pour 1 cup of teriyaki sauce over the turkey and vegetables. Stir well to coat evenly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and flavors to meld.
- Final Taste and Serve: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and serve immediately over rice or noodles, or enjoy as is for a low-carb option.
Notes
- Use freshly grated ginger for the best flavor and aroma in this dish.
- Avocado oil is recommended because of its high smoke point, but you can substitute with other neutral oils like canola or vegetable oil.
- Green beans should be trimmed and snapped into smaller pieces to ensure easy eating and even cooking.
- This recipe pairs well with steamed jasmine rice, brown rice, or quinoa for a complete meal.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground turkey with crumbled tofu or tempeh and use a vegetarian teriyaki sauce.
