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Easy Turkey Zucchini Marinara Pasta

This easy turkey zucchini marinara pasta is a wholesome, family-friendly weeknight dinner made with lean ground turkey, grated zucchini, and a no-sugar-added marinara sauce. Gluten-free and high in protein, this pasta skillet comes together in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for meal prep or a twist on classic comfort food.

Joelle Park
Tasty Team
Total Time

35 minutes

35 min

Prep Time

10 minutes

10 min

Cook Time

25 minutes

25 min

Easy Turkey Zucchini Marinara Pasta
Total Time

35 minutes

35 min

Prep Time

10 minutes

10 min

Cook Time

25 minutes

25 min

Ingredients

for 4 servings

  • 1 lb brown rice pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 large zucchini, grated
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • ½ teaspoon italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • 1 (32-ounce) jar no-sugar-added marinara sauce
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • fresh basil, for garnish

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 324
  • Fat 11g
  • Carbs 27g
  • Fiber 2g
  • Sugar 1g
  • Protein 24g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta, and cook according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5–7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the zucchini and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until the liquid in the skillet has evaporated, the mixture is reduced and jammy, and the zucchini is softened and almost melted into the mixture, 7–10 minutes.
  4. Add the turkey, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, until the meat is browned and fully cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in the marinara sauce, and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until the flavors meld.
  6. Serve your desired amount of marinara mixture over the cooked pasta. Sprinkle bowls with the Parmesan, and garnish with basil.
  7. Enjoy!
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