Ground turkey is healthier alternative to ground beef or ground pork and they are an easy substitution in a lot of recipes. Be it your favorite lasagna or tacos or quesadillas or chilies, anything that is made with ground red meat, you can make it with ground turkey.
All your regular red meat favorite dinners can have a Turkey Twist 🙂
Ground Turkey need not be bland and boring. With a variety of ingredients and cooking ideas, ground turkey can be jam packed with flavors.
It has all your regular comfort foods in leaner form without compromising the flavors, plus some innovative ways to use ground turkey and create quick, easy and delicious meals every single time. Make You Forget About Beef
1. Ground Turkey Stir Fry
This is one of the healthiest and tastiest ground turkey recipes!! Throw in whatever veggies you have on hand, make a quick homemade sauce out of your pantry, and sizzle your wok in minutes to make this healthy stir fry recipe for your family… all this in under 25 minutes!! Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Stir Fry
2. Ground Turkey Tacos
These Ground Turkey Tacos are perfect for busy weeknights. In just 20 minutes from start to finish, you’re family will be enjoying their favorite Mexican night. Serve them up with your favorite sides like rice and refried beans for a total feast. Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Tacos
3. Ground Turkey Pasta Bake
This delicious and nutritious Ground Turkey Pasta Bake is the perfect meal for the whole family to enjoy. Made with lean ground turkey meat, wholesome whole wheat pasta, a generous helping of nutrient-packed kale, and topped with a flavorful blend of melted cheese, it’s a dish that combines the goodness of healthy ingredients with the comforting and satisfying taste of classic comfort food. Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Pasta Bake
4. Ground Turkey Chili
This Slow Cooker Ground Turkey Chili is super healthy and flavorful. It’s a great meal prep option. Just get it ready in the morning and let it simmer to perfection all day! So cozy… It’s one of our favorite ground turkey recipes. Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Chili
5. Asian Ground Turkey Meatballs
These easy Asian Ground Turkey Meatballs are succulent, juicy and smothered with a sticky sauce that pops with vibrant flavors! They’re super versatile too. Make bowl meals, toss them with Asian noodles, or just stick toothpicks in them for the perfect party appetizer. Get the Recipe: Asian Meatballs
6. Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers
These easy Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers are a hit! Brimming with Mediterranean flavors, even your picky eaters won’t mind their veggies. With hearty wild rice, sweet cherry tomatoes, briny olives, nutty pine nuts, and plenty of great seasonings, they’re a meal that you’ll want to make again and again. Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers
7. Ground Turkey Pasta with Broccoli
Looking for a guilt-free and flavorful meal? Our Ground Turkey and Broccoli Pasta is packed with protein and vitamins, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner. Save this Healthy Ground Turkey Dinner idea for busy weeknights. Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Pasta
8. Garlic Butter Turkey Meatballs
Baked Turkey Meatballs with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce… These hearty and delicious meatballs are a sure crowd pleaser! These Garlic Butter Turkey Meatballs are quick, easy, versatile, and so delicious. Ready in about 30 minutes, they can be served in a variety of ways, and can easily be adapted to be keto-friendly. Get the Recipe: Garlic Butter Turkey Meatballs
9. Cheesy Ground Turkey Quesadillas
These ground turkey quesadillas are a great addition to your Mexican night rotation. They’re super easy and super cheesy. They go great with guacamole, salsa and sour cream, or even on their own! Get the Recipe @ girlheartfood
10. Ground Turkey & Vegetable Skillet
Turkey and Vegetable Skillet is an easy weeknight dinner loaded with lean ground turkey, green beans, zucchini, summer squash and fire roasted tomatoes and topped with smoked mozzarella. A healthy one pot dinner the whole family will enjoy! Get the Recipe @ reciperunner
11. The BEST Ground Turkey Burgers
Your favorite big juicy hamburger on the lighter side. They’re so tender and juicy and are packed with flavor. Everyone will love these easy and healthy ground turkey burgers! Get the Recipe @ dinneratthezoo
12. Turkey Meatloaf
Turkey Meatloaf is a healthier version of your nostalgic comfort food that’s just as good as the original. It’s perfectly seasoned and you won’t even miss the beef! Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy
13. Ground Turkey Swedish Meatballs
Everybody’s favorite Swedish meatballs just got leaner. This is a perfect quick and satisfying dinner is the ultimate comfort food. Skip the trip to IKEA and make this awesome dish in your own home! Get the Recipe @ thekitchn
14. Thai Turkey Meatballs in Coconut Red Curry Sauce
These super delicious Thai Turkey meatballs will become a new favorite. They’re perfectly seasoned with ginger, garlic and red chili paste and smothered in a coconut milk gravy. Sooo good. Get the Recipe @ foodiecrush
15. Ground Turkey Black Bean Enchiladas
Ground Turkey Black Bean Enchiladas are an awesome way to add ground turkey into your Mexican nights. They’re cheesy, saucy and oh so good. Get the Recipe @ diethood
16. Ground Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps
For a super healthy dinner that’s also tasty and fun to eat, try these Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps. They’re a super fast weeknight dinner that’s both low fat and low carb. Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy
17. Ground Turkey Picadillo
Picadillo is one of my favorite meals and has different variations from Cuba to Puerto to Mexico and all the way to the Philippines. This lighter version is made with ground turkey instead of beef, but it sure doesn’t skimp on flavor! Get the Recipe @ tablefortwoblog
18. Minestrone with Turkey Meatballs
This tasty bowl of Minestrone with Turkey meatballs is packed with fresh veggies and has a light, yet cozy broth. It’s a great light dinner option and the leftovers are even better! Get the Recipe @ damndelicious
19. Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes
These yummy turkey sloppy joes are a healthier version of your childhood favorite. They whip up in under 30 minutes and taste so good the kids won’t even notice they’re eating healthier! Get the Recipe @ thechunkychef
20. Ground Turkey Stroganoff
This turkey stroganoff is super easy and super comforting meal with ground turkey and mushrooms in a magically delicious sauce. Great over egg noodles or mashed potatoes. YUMMM. Get the Recipe @ littlebroken
21. Ground Turkey Shephard’s Pie
This shepherd’s pie is a hearty and delicious, with ground turkey and veggies in a delicious sauce and topped with light and fluffy mashed potatoes. It’s and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights or serving to guests. Get the Recipe @ everydayhealthyrecipes
22. Cheesy Baked Turkey Meatballs in Marinara
These perfectly seasoned Cheesy Baked Turkey Meatballs are smothered in marinara, topped with cheese and baked to absolute deliciousness. The whole family will love this one! Get the Recipe @ joyfulhealthyeats
23. Ground Turkey Lasagna
Here is everybody’s favorite lasagna… a healthier version. This recipes has a simple homemade tomato basil sauce layered with lean ground turkey, mozzarella and ricotta. Perfect for serving crowds or make ahead meal prep! Get the Recipe @ ambitiouskitchen
24. Baked Ziti with Ground Turkey
Baked Ziti is a pan of utter comfort. Tender noodles, ground turkey, marinara sauce and cheese is baked into a dish everyone will want seconds of. It’s great as leftovers, too! Get the Recipe @ thekitchn
25. Ground Turkey Meatball Tortellini Soup
This turkey meatball tortellini soup with spinach is an easy yet super satisfying soup. Make a big batch, leftovers make great school lunches. We bet you’ll be coming back to this one! Get the Recipe @ skinnytaste
26. Loaded Ground Turkey Taco Bowls
These Loaded Turkey Taco Bowls are a 30 minute meal packed with veggies and lean protein. This is a healthy and fun bowl meal perfect for any night of the week. Get the Recipe @ ourbalancedbowl
27. Taco Zucchini Boats with Ground Turkey
These Taco Zucchini Boats are a lighter version of your favorite stuffed squash. They’re a super satisfying way to get a tons of healthy veggies while watching your carbs. Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy
28. Healthy Taco Salad with Ground Turkey
All of your favorite taco flavors in healthy form! This taco salad uses lean ground turkey instead of the usual beef and is topped with a deliciously creamy homemade southwest dressing. Get the Recipe @ eatingbirdfood
29. Ground Turkey Teriyaki Rice Bowl
These delicious Teriyaki Turkey Rice Bowls are a healthy ground turkey recipe the whole family will love! The mild turkey takes on the Asian flavors beautifully. This is another quick and easy weeknight meal using ground turkey. Get the Recipe @ yellowblissroad
30. Ground Turkey Bolognese
We are rounding out this list with everybody’s comfort Italian dish, in leaner form… Bolognese. It’s an easy and healthy pasta dish the kids will absolutely love. Perfect to satisfy those Italian cravings! Get the Recipe @ wellplated Aren’t these ground turkey recipes, all a fabulous start to a healthy, leaner lifestyle, yet without compromising on the delicious flavors you are used to? The great thing is you can find them all together, so go ahead and bookmark this page or pin these awesome ground turkey recipes. Cook all your favorite regular dishes with a Turkey Twist… Have fun. 🙂 Check out these other tasty recipe collections!Ground Chicken RecipesGround Beef RecipesGround Pork RecipesGround Venison RecipesGround Lamb RecipesGround Bison Recipes
