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High-Protein Turkey & Veggie Stir-Fry - Fast, Flavorful, and Filling

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground turkey (93% or 99% lean)
  • 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil (divided)
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets (fresh or thawed from frozen)
  • 1 small zucchini, halved and sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas or green beans
  • 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 3 green onions, sliced (whites for cooking, greens for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or hoisin for a sweeter profile)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1–2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce or sriracha (optional, for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, to thicken)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
  • Cooked rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles, for serving

Method
 

  1. Prep the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili-garlic sauce. If you like a thicker glaze, stir in the cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
  2. Heat the pan. Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and swirl to coat.
  3. Brown the turkey. Add ground turkey, season lightly with salt and pepper, and break it up with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink and lightly browned in spots, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  4. Sauté aromatics. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Add garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions. Stir for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Cook the veggies. Add bell pepper, broccoli, carrot, zucchini, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 4–6 minutes, until crisp-tender. Don’t overcook—some bite is good.
  6. Combine and sauce. Return the turkey to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and everything is hot.
  7. Finish and serve. Taste and adjust with extra soy sauce, vinegar, or chili for balance. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and the green onion tops. Serve over rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles.