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Low Carb Greek Cauliflower Rice Turkey Skillet

This Low Carb Greek Cauliflower Rice and Turkey Skillet is a great 30-minute weeknight or meal prep option! It's a one-pot meal full of mediterranean flavors and is perfect for low carb days or pairing with your favorite pita for a balanced macro option! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 247 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 lb. 93/7 lean ground turkey can sub for ground beef, chicken or meatless option
  • 2 tsp each divided: salt, Italian seasoning & garlic powder
  • 1 large zucchini (300g) chopped
  • 1/2 medium red onion (110g) finely diced
  • 10 oz. frozen cauliflower rice - or 1 pouch cooked rice
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 lemon zested & juiced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (56g)
  • 1/4 cup sliced kalamata olives (110g)

Instructions

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  1. Heat 1/2 Tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once shiny, add the turkey and season with 1 tsp of salt, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Cook, breaking into crumbles as you go, for 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  2. Add the remaining 1/2 Tbsp of olive oil to the skillet along with the zucchini, red onion and cauliflower rice. Season with the remaining 1 tsp of salt, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Cook over medium heat for 5-6 minutes or until the veggies are tender.
  3. Add the tomatoes, lemon zest and juice of half of a lemon. Add the cooked turkey back. Toss everything to combine.
  4. Top with the feta cheese and olives. Taste and add any additional seasoning or lemon juice to taste.
  5. Serve with some warmed pita bread and a dollop of sour cream (recommended!) or whatever sounds good and enjoy!

Notes

  • NOTES: subbing the turkey for Greek Chicken in this would also be delicious!
  • NOTES: subbing the turkey for Greek Chicken in this would also be delicious!

Nutrition Information

Serving 2cups (285g) Calories 247kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 7.6g (3%) Protein 21.7g (43%) Fat 14.4g (22%) Saturated Fat 2.6g (13%) Cholesterol 77.2mg (26%) Fiber 2.1g (8%) Sugar 3.6g (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 247

% Daily Value*

Serving 2cups (285g)
Calories 247kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 7.6g 3%
Protein 21.7g 43%
Fat 14.4g 22%
Saturated Fat 2.6g 13%
Cholesterol 77.2mg 26%
Fiber 2.1g 8%
Sugar 3.6g 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.