Embrace the abundance of your garden with this simple yet delicious Ground Turkey & Sweet Banana Pepper Skillet recipe. As the garden begins to overflow with ripe, juicy banana peppers, this recipe offers the perfect way to utilize them in your daily cooking. Combining the lean, flavorful ground turkey with the sweet tang of banana peppers creates a dish that’s not only easy to prepare but also bursting with fresh, homegrown goodness. Ideal for a busy weeknight or a relaxed weekend meal, this skillet is a comforting, nutritious option that brings a piece of the garden right to your table. Serve it over your favorite grain for a complete, satisfying meal.

Turkey & Banana Pepper Skillet

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Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
1 cup sweet banana peppers chopped
1 medium onion chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/2 cup corn fresh or frozen
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil
Optional garnishes: chopped fresh cilantro avocado slices, lime wedges, and a dollop of Greek yogurt or your favorite sauce

Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil, then the ground turkey. Cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks.
To the skillet with the browned turkey, add the chopped vegetables and cook to desired tenderness.
Season with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasonings to taste.
Serve the turkey and vegetable mixture hot over a bed of cooked quinoa, rice, or any grain of your choice (microwave packs are a convenient option).
Garnish with chopped cilantro, avocado slices, a wedge of lime, and a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of your favorite sauce if desired.

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