Italian Seasoned Ground Turkey
- Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 3
- Serving Size: 3.0 ounces
- Stage: 5 post-Op (Solid Foods)
INGREDIENTS:
- Italian seasoning - 3/4 tsp
- Sea salt - 1/4 tsp
- Black pepper, ground - 1/4 tsp
- Olive oil - 1 tsp (5 grams)
- Ground turkey, 90%+ lean, uncooked - 260 grams
- Greek yogurt, non-fat, plain - 2 tbsp (28 grams)
- Arugula (aka rocket, rucola) - 2 small handful (40 grams)(can substitute with spinach if desired)
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Add all the spices to a small bowl (thyme, basil, parsley, sea salt, and black pepper). Set aside.
- Place a large pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the olive oil, ground turkey, and the spices. Cook for 7-8 minutes or until crispy brown, then add the Greek yogurt, mix gently and turn off the heat.
- Serve with chopped arugula and enjoy!
*Note: Divide equally by the listed number of servings. Stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Store arugula in a separate container.
NUTRITION FACTS per serving:
- Calories 155
- Protein 18 grams
- Carbs 1 grams
- Fat 9 grams
- Fiber 0 grams
- Sugar 1 grams
- Iron 7% DV
- Calcium 5% DV
- Sodium 11% DV
DV = Daily Value, Based on diet for healthy adults
Nutritionist notes: You may substitute arugula with spinach if desired. Do not add any dressings. The Greek yogurt in the turkey helps moisten the dish.
Tags: soy-free, gluten-free, high-protein, gastric sleeve, vsg, bariatric, recipe
*The picture is meant for illustrative purposes and may sometimes not be representative of the serving size. For a precise serving size please follow the list of ingredients carefully, using grams as the most exact measurement.