These 28 delicious & healthy Ground Turkey Recipes are a great way to enjoy lean protein without skipping out on flavour!
Healthy Ground Turkey Recipes
If you’re looking to cut down on calories without cutting back on flavor, ground turkey is going to become your new best friend. It’s generally cheaper than ground beef but has a really similar flavor, with fewer calories and less saturated fat.
That being said, since ground turkey is a lean protein, it can dry out super easily, so you need to make sure you’re using the right recipe to get it super moist and delicious! Luckily for you, I rounded up some of my favourite ground turkey recipes that are delicious and nutritious.
Have some ground chicken in the freezer? Try out these ground chicken recipes instead!
Frequently Asked Questions
Ground turkey has a fairly mild taste, so you want to add ingredients that will add a bit of flavor to your dish. Even just sautéing the ground turkey with garlic and onion will do wonders!
You can add different seasoning blends, spices and sauces to your ground turkey to make it taste better. It really all depends on what you'r'e're making Italian seasoning is great for pasta dishes or other Italian-inspired dishes like meatballs, fajita seasoning is great for burrito bowls, and so on. For sauces, you can add in some tomato sauce, gravy sauce, stir fry sauce and more.
Ground turkey is super healthy and a great substitute for ground beef. Ground turkey is low in calories and has less saturated fat than ground beef. The calorie count is also lower – 100 grams of ground turkey has about 200 calories, whereas 100 grams of ground beef has 332 calories.
There's no medical reason why you can't eat ground turkey every day, but I personally find that eating the same thing every day can lead to food fatigue. Incorporate some of these recipes into your weekly meal planning along with other options so you don't get tired of having the same protein every day. There are also so many ways you can enjoy it, from turkey burgers to stir fry or turkey meatloaf, so you can always try out different options.
Ground Turkey Meatballs
One of my favourite things to make with ground turkey is meatballs! You can serve them with pasta, zoodles or even in a wrap. They’re also great for meal prep – you can make them ahead of time and store them in the freezer to enjoy later.
Ground Turkey Stir Fry, Skillet & Casserole Dishes
Stir fry and skillet recipes are my go-to weeknight dinners when I’m looking for something quick and easy. Combine that with the healthiness of ground turkey and you’ve got a match made in hand! There are tons of options you can try, from classic stir fries to breakfast hash and even a lighter shepherd’s pie.
Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers, Squash & Potatoes
You can use ground turkey in a variety of ways, including stuffing it into or on top of your favourite vegetables! Stuffed peppers are an obvious choice, but you can also use these delicious ground turkey fillings on zucchini, spaghetti squash or baked potatoes.
Ground Turkey Tacos & Wraps
Swap out ground beef for ground turkey in your favourite wraps and tacos for an amazing lunch or dinner idea that’s low in calories and high on flavour. You can try out different topping combinations as well – ground turkey can go with pretty much anything!
Ground Turkey Soups & Chilis
Soups and chilis are my go-to when I need something warm and comforting. These recipes are all packed with flavour and made healthier thanks to the ground turkey. Make them in the slow cooker or the Instant Pot for a mostly hands-off meal.
Comments & Reviews
Ashley says
So glad I stumbled upon this list! I’m always looking for new turkey recipes.
Ashell says
Thank you for this it is much needed especially with my diet.
Taylor Stinson says
Glad I could help 🙂