Ground turkey dishes

Traditional lasagna is a high-calorie, rich-flavored dish that's perfect for the holidays. But with this recipe, it's healthier and lower in calories—perfect for everyday use and holidays without sacrificing your health. read more

• Turkey burgers
• Aioli with paprika

This big, rich burger, both in flavor and in texture, is made with a super-spicy grilled turkey patty served on a toasted onion bun smeared with paprika aioli, along with melty provolone cheese, avocado, - read more

Instead of regular buns, these sandwiches are made with whole-grain pitas. Open them like pockets and fill them with the filling. Inside each hummus-smeared pita is a small turkey patty (slider) with hummus, fresh - read more

This delicious and healthy burger is a masterpiece: the whole-grain bun, the thick turkey patty, and the sweet and spicy caramelized onions. In addition to the turkey, the patty also contains a bit of ground beef, spices, and balsamic vinegar. read more

If you don't have time to roll the ground meat into small meatballs, make three large meatballs! They look very impressive when served, and these meatballs are even juicier. They are made with ground turkey and ground raw sausage, without casings. Mix together: read more

This meatloaf is made with a lean mixture of beef and turkey and topped with a deliciously sweet-tart glaze that turns into a delicious, sticky crust after baking. In addition to ground meat, meatloaf also contains barley. read more

This dish is versatile, juicy, and delicious. How could it be otherwise? After all, it's made with sausage! You'll need all-natural Italian turkey sausage. It's fried whole until cooked through, then sliced ​​into discs and mixed with a separate... read more

This quick pasta dish is ready in just half an hour and is filled with juicy turkey meatballs and crispy broccolini stems. You don't need to cook any ground meat for the meatballs. Simply peel the casings off raw Italian turkey sausage and—voila!— read more

The delicious, moist meatloaf with a dense, baked ketchup crust is now available in individual cupcakes—perfect for house parties and quick snacks. To make these, you'll need two standard-size metal pans: read more

This dish is a lighter version of the classic American chili, Cintinnati, from Ohio. Unlike the traditional recipe, it uses ground turkey instead of beef. In addition to the basic chili spices, this dish also includes... read more

• Taco
• Toppings

A taco bar is a fun and exciting idea for a get-together with friends. You set out a variety of bowls and plates with traditional taco toppings and invite guests to assemble their own appetizers to suit their tastes. The basis of these tacos is read more

The traditional American Patty Melt sandwich features a juicy patty, melty Swiss cheese, and lots of sweet and spicy fried onions between two toasted slices of bread. This recipe features turkey patties that, thanks to the addition of read more

• Burgers
• Spicy mayonnaise
• Pickles

A huge, juicy double-patty burger is a pleasure you can't resist, especially since the patties are made from turkey, meaning they're lower in fat and calories. Plus, they'll be juicy with just a couple of spoonfuls. read more

The thick, juicy grilled turkey patty gives these burgers their unique flavor. In addition to the ground turkey, it's topped with green onion puree, shallots, and Dijon mustard. Form the mixture into patties and let them rest for a bit. read more

This chili con carne gets its traditional flavor and aroma from spices like chili powder, cumin, and coriander. But the ingredients are much healthier! Protein-rich black beans, lean ground turkey, and sweet butternut squash—all of this fills the dish. read more

This recipe transforms classic British shepherd's pie into a quick main dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's made in individual portions, complete with both a meat base and a potato side dish. To prepare individual portions: read more

• Shells and minced meat
• Arrabbiata sauce

Large stuffed pasta shells are an easy-to-make yet delicious and impressive-looking Italian dish. For the filling, ground turkey is pan-fried with onions, spices, and artichokes, then... read more

• Cutlets
• For serving (optional)

These Asian-inspired turkey burgers will captivate everyone with their savory flavor and unusual juiciness for turkey. The ground meat is flavored with spices like garlic, soy sauce, ginger, sambal oelek sauce, and fragrant fresh cilantro. read more

Taquitos (little tacos) are small tortilla tubes filled with filling, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Both adults and kids will love them. This recipe features taquitos with a healthy filling of ground turkey, spinach, black beans, and cheese. read more

• Taco
• Taco Toppings

Instead of traditional beef, these tacos are filled with ground turkey sautéed with poblano peppers, sweet Vidalia onions, zucchini, tomato, and typical Tex-Mex spices—chili powder, ground cumin, and paprika. Thanks to the vegetables— read more

All kids love hamburgers, but to avoid worrying about the abundance of fat and empty calories, offer them healthy burgers. These patties are made from lean ground meat (turkey or beef) mixed with large pieces of green olives, fresh parsley, and - read more

This hearty dish, a family favorite, takes just over half an hour to prepare—perfect for a delicious weekday dinner! Lean ground turkey is pan-fried and mixed with vegetables—squash, broccoli, and— read more

This delicious and healthy Asian-inspired dish will captivate you with its combination of flavors. Green beans are stir-fried with lean ground turkey, stirring frequently. Garlic, pickles, a little sugar, and a spicy kick... read more

This delicious and healthy Mediterranean-style soup is made with ground turkey, which is sautéed with vegetables, then topped with broth and chopped tomatoes in their own juice. Add brown rice and cabbage to the soup. read more

Unlike traditional Mexican chili con carne, this version takes less than an hour to prepare, but it's just as delicious. Pumpkin seeds, vegetables, and spices give the dish a rich flavor, and thanks to a small amount of cocoa powder, it... read more

• Sliders
• For serving

These protein- and veggie-packed slider sandwiches, inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine, are perfect for a large gathering, like a bachelorette party, because the appetizer is served not on bread, but on juicy lettuce leaves! To avoid spending all day making them, read more

These healthy, fiber-rich burgers are served on large sweet potato wedges, which effectively replace traditional buns and add a touch of sweetness. Paired with the savory jerk seasoning added to the ground patty, this... read more

These meatballs, in addition to ground turkey, include a whole bunch of healthy kale, which fills them with vitamins and gives the meatballs a vibrant green color. Crushed oats are used to bind the meat instead of bread, and they... read more

The highlight of this healthy, fiber-packed dish is the baked turkey meatballs. You can bake them and serve them on their own as an appetizer with a dipping sauce, or toss them with cooked whole-grain pasta (linguine or spaghetti). read more

• Wraps
• Sauce

These succulent Asian-inspired wraps are filled with turkey, simmered with mushrooms and water chestnuts. Instead of a traditional wrap, however, the filling is wrapped in large iceberg lettuce leaves—perfect for those watching their diet. read more

• Stuffed peppers
• Fettuccine with quick ragout

Hearty and juicy stuffed peppers can be served as a main dish, two halves per serving. They look impressive and are delicious. Use vibrant red and yellow bell peppers, pre-baked in - read more

Indian-style burgers are made with a turkey patty and served with butter-fried potatoes and green peas. A tomato tikka-masla sauce imparts a superb oriental flavor with a mildly spicy kick: some of the sauce is added to the - read more

• Sandwiches
• Sauce

An Indian version of the popular American sandwich, the Sloppy Joe, which consists of meat sauce sandwiched between two buns, giving it a sloppy appearance. It's made with ground turkey. Simmer it in the sauce with - read more

This rich, ingredient-rich, and warming minestrone soup is perfect for lunch on cold winter days. It's made with turkey, or more specifically, ground Italian turkey sausage. Remove the casings from the raw sausage, and you've got... read more

Shepherd's pie is a hot dish that doesn't require any side dishes: it contains meat, vegetables, and a potato side dish, all in a delicious casserole with a golden crust—it's hard to resist! All the ingredients are prepared according to... read more

These delicious burgers feature a juicy ground turkey patty, topped with cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, and Tex-Mex-inspired lettuce. The ground turkey is infused with garlic and spicy smoked paprika, adding a delicious flavor to the patties. read more

The base of this bowl is cooked quinoa, which is topped with roasted ground turkey and snow peas before serving. The meat topping is fried with pumpkin pie spice, which infuses it with a warm, read more

Unlike most stuffed vegetable recipes, these eggplants are not baked with the filling, but each component is prepared separately, and in the end everything comes together into neat boats with a crispy golden crust and tender meat - read more

• Cutlets and side dish
• Moroccan spice ras el hanout

The North African spice mix ras el hanout, mixed into the ground turkey, gives these turkey cutlets a stunning oriental flavor, while the generous amount of spinach infuses them with a healthy fiber boost. The cutlets are grilled and served with - read more

• Boats
• Sweet and Sour Turkey Meatballs
• Orzo with pesto

These zucchini boats are made with leftover sweet and sour meatballs, also known as sweet and sour meatballs, the recipe for which is also provided below, but if you decide not to make the meatballs, you can substitute them with fried ground turkey. Ready - read more

• Meatloaf
• Spinach salad with mustard dressing

Meatloaf is baked from turkey mixed with ingredients from a popular American salad. Bacon, egg, blue cheese, and greens, which make up a Cobb salad, perfectly complement the meat base, and a little beer and Worcestershire sauce enhance the meaty flavor. read more

• Casserole
• Toppings

Mexican chili is a dish of meat and beans in a thick, spicy tomato sauce with chili peppers, hence its name. Make a simple chili with canned beans, tomatoes in their own juice, and ground turkey and turn it into... read more

Cassoulet is a French dish consisting of a thick baked stew of white beans and meat. Spelt is a great addition to these ingredients. Pre-boil it in a spiced chicken broth, then mix it with rinsed canned white beans. read more

A plate of quinoa, cheese-crusted patties, and a slice of watermelon will look like a gourmet restaurant dish on your table. Bright colors, interesting textures, and amazing flavor—all of this is easy to make at home. The patties use: read more

Make burgers with the Food Network magazine chef team. The patty is half turkey, half bulgur. This will make them lighter without sacrificing flavor or texture. Hoisin sauce adds a stunning Asian flavor. read more

A great way to feed spinach-averse people, especially children, is to make meatballs. These meatballs are literally packed with the greens, but picky eaters won't even notice, as these healthy meatballs are served in a pita pocket with sliced... read more

This appetizer is very filling, delicious, has a summery, impressive look, and would be appropriate for any holiday or party. And it's incredibly easy to prepare. Bell pepper and zucchini halves, with the pulp scooped out, are filled with a minced meat filling. read more