Ingredients
1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
1 medium zucchini, diced
4 whole wheat pita breads
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add onion and garlic; sauté 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add ground turkey and cook until browned and fully cooked (internal temp 165°F).
Stir in zucchini, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cook 5-7 minutes until zucchini is tender.
Warm pita breads briefly and stuff with turkey mixture.
Notes
Optional: Add chopped fresh parsley or diced tomatoes for extra flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Use a zucchini spiralizer to serve with a side of noodles for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: High Protein Meals
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 50mg