Classic Healthy Turkey Vegetable Stir-Fry
This classic healthy turkey vegetable stir-fry is a quick and easy weeknight meal packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables, all coated in a savory and slightly sweet sauce. It's a delicious and nutritious option for the whole family.
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok
- Small bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 4 cups mixed vegetables e.g., broccoli florets, bell peppers, snap peas, carrots sliced thinly, mushrooms
For the Sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
Steps
- Heat olive or sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey, cook and break it up until browned and cooked through for 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat and set aside.
- Add the sliced onion to the same skillet and cook until softened for 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, then cook for another minute until fragrant.
- While aromatics cook, whisk together soy sauce (or tamari), rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), cornstarch, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a small bowl, then set aside.
- Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender with a slight bite.
- Return cooked turkey to the skillet with vegetables. Whisk sauce again and pour over turkey and vegetables, then stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the turkey in a touch of soy sauce and ginger before cooking. Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand or what's in season, such as bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms. Serve over brown rice or quinoa for a complete meal.