As I was searching for low calorie meals for meal prep I came across this variation to spice up some ground turkey. Ground turkey is an incredibly lean protein, meaning less calories for the amount of protein. Which is why its popular for calorie counting and for low calorie meal prep. However, it is also notoriously dry and flavorless on its own. What ground turkey really needs is some spice, flavor and juice to bring it back to life. This is why this is THE perfect ground turkey recipe. The spices amp up the flavor, while the apple and onion give it some much needed moisture. The apples also give it a good amount of fiber to keep your stomach full and happy. This Apple and Turkey Picadillo is a great low calorie, and nutritionally balanced option for an every day meal. It also freezes well which is perfect for meal prep. Top it off with some scallion for some additional color, flavor and zing.
Apple and Turkey Picadillo
Ingredients
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ⅓ cup red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoon cider vinegar
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground pepper
- ⅛ tsp ground cloves
- 1 tomato diced
- 1 Apple diced
- ½ tsp worcestershire
- ¼ cup sliced scallion greens
Instructions
- Heat oil in a medium sized pan, add in Turkey and diced onions. Cook until onions are soft and turkey is browned
- Add in Spices and Vinegar. Cook for 1 mins
- Then add in Tomato, Apple and worcestershire
- Cook for another 10 mins
- Top with scallions
