10 Easy Ground Turkey and Tomato Recipes

Are you looking for some easy ground turkey and tomato recipes?

I’ve got you covered!

These 10 recipes are all super simple to make, and they’re packed with flavor.

From enchiladas and tacos to pasta and soup, there’s something here for everyone.

And the best part?

Ground turkey is a leaner protein than ground beef, so these recipes are all relatively healthy.

So go ahead and give them a try!

Ground Turkey and Tomato Recipes

10 Easy Ground Turkey and Tomato Recipes

Ground turkey and tomatoes are a classic combination.

It’s a delicious and healthy option for a variety of recipes.

Here are 10 of our favorite ground turkey and tomato recipes:

BLT Turkey Sliders

BLT Turkey Sliders

Who can say no to a BLT?

These sliders are the perfect bite-sized appetizer for your next party!

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 6 slices bacon, diced
  • 12 slider buns or small dinner rolls
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup leaf lettuce, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, diced tomatoes, and diced bacon.
  3. Shape mixture into 12 small patties.
  4. Place patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, mix together mayonnaise and chopped lettuce.
  7. When sliders are finished cooking, let cool for 5 minutes before adding the mayonnaise mixture and serving on the slider buns or rolls.

3 Tips:

  • For extra flavor, try adding some chopped onion to the ground turkey mixture.
  • Can’t eat mayo? No problem! Just substitute your favorite BBQ sauce or ranch dressing in the mayonnaise mixture.
  • Make this recipe gluten free by using gluten free buns or rolls!

Cabbage Soup

Cabbage Soup

How about a warm soup to fight off the chill?

This recipe features healthy ground turkey, succulent sweet italian sausage, and nutrient-rich cabbage, tomato, and garlic.

Paired with some hearty bread, this soup makes for a filling and tasty meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 head cabbage, chopped
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • 1 sweet italian sausage, casing removed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned.
  2. Add the sausage, onion, and garlic to the pot and cook until the sausage is cooked through and the onions are softened.
  3. Add the cabbage and tomato to the pot and stir well.
  4. Add enough water to cover the ingredients in the pot.
  5. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

3 tips for making this soup even better:

  • Use low sodium chicken broth in place of water for added flavor.
  • Swap out sweet italian sausage for spicy sausage for a little bit of heat.
  • Stir in some cooked rice or pasta before serving for a heartier soup.

Turkey Mexican Rollup

Turkey Mexican Rollup

You’re going to LOVE these Turkey Mexican Rollups – they’re packed with flavor, easy to make, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!

Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 diced tomato
  • 4 flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup salsa

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a medium skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat and remove from heat.
  3. Add the diced tomato to the turkey and mix well.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly over the tortillas.
  5. Roll them up tightly and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tortillas are crispy.
  7. Serve with sour cream, chopped lettuce, and salsa. Enjoy!

Open-faced Asian Turkey Burgers

Open-faced Asian Turkey Burgers

It’s super tough to turn down a burger.

They’re greasy, juicy, and packed with flavor.

But, let’s face it, they’re not the healthiest meal choice.

As an alternative, try this open-faced Asian turkey burger recipe!

These burgers are lighter but still maintain all the flavor of a classic burger.

Plus, they’re served on an English muffin which makes them super easy to eat on the go.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 English muffin
  • 1/2 cup iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 1/2 cup broccoli slaw

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey until browned.
  3. Drain fat and set meat aside.
  4. Spread peanut butter on English muffin halves and top with cooked turkey, tomatoes, iceberg lettuce, and broccoli slaw.
  5. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • To make these burgers even healthier, try using whole wheat bread or a whole wheat English muffin.
  • If you don’t have broccoli slaw on hand, feel free to use regular coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage instead.
  • jazz up your burgers by adding other toppings like grilled onions, jalapeños, or beet juice ketchup!

Quinoa Taco Skillet

Quinoa Taco Skillet

Give taco night a wholesome twist with this Quinoa Taco Skillet!

It’s packed with protein and fiber, and it’s super easy to make.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 cup quinoa, cooked according to package instructions
  • 1 cup sweet corn

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned.
  3. Drain any excess grease.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, cheese blend, taco seasoning, quinoa, and sweet corn to the skillet.
  5. Stir until everything is evenly mixed and heated through.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings (sour cream, avocado, etc.). Enjoy!

Tips:

  • If you want a bit more of a crunch in your tacos, you can substitute the quinoa for rice or roasted chopped potatoes.
  • Feel free to add in any other veggies you like! Peppers, onions, and black beans would all be delicious in this dish.
  • This recipe can easily be made ahead of time and reheated when you’re ready to eat. Just store it in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat in the oven or microwave until warm throughout.

Pizza Frittata

Pizza Frittata

Pizza for breakfast?

Huh?

Don’t knock it ‘till you try it!

This Pizza Frittata is a fun and easy way to change up your usual breakfast routine.

Packed with all the classic pizza flavors you love, this dish is sure to become a new favorite.

You’ll Need:

  • 1/2 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 6 eggs
  • 1/4 cup mushrooms, diced
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1 teaspoon oregano

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. In a large skillet, cook ground turkey over medium heat until browned.
  3. Add in the tomato, mozzarella cheese, eggs, mushrooms, basil, and oregano. Stir until well combined.
  4. Pour mixture into a 9 inch baking dish and bake for 20 minutes or until set.
  5. Slice and serve warm!

3 Tips:

  • Try serving this frittata with a side of fruit for a complete breakfast.
  • Add in your favorite pizza toppings like pepperoni or green peppers.
  • If you’re short on time in the morning, make this ahead of time and reheat it when you’re ready to eat!

Taco Zucchini Boats

Taco Zucchini Boats

These boats are a fun way to serve taco fillings while getting in an extra serving of vegetables!

And, they’re just as delicious whether you use ground beef or turkey.

You’ll Need:

  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 2 zucchini, halved lengthwise
  • 1 envelope taco seasoning
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
  • 1/2 onion, diced

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the beef or turkey until browned.
  3. Drain any excess fat and stir in the tomatoes, cheese, zucchini, taco seasoning, jalapeño, and onion.
  4. Spoon the mixture into the zucchini halves and bake for 20 minutes.

Tip: Serve with sour cream or Greek yogurt, grilled corn, and chopped cilantro.

Caprese Tacos

Caprese Tacos

Caprese tacos combine the classic flavors of caprese salad with the satisfaction of a taco.

The result is an irresistible flavor combination that’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

To make these tacos, you’ll need ground turkey, tomato, pesto, flour tortillas, fresh mozzarella, and basil.

You’ll also need Italian dressing to top it all off.

Instructions:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a medium skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until browned.
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • In a small bowl, combine the pesto and tomato.
  • To assemble the tacos, place 2 tablespoons of the turkey mixture on each tortilla, followed by 2 tablespoons of the pesto mixture.
  • Top with mozzarella cheese and basil leaves.
  • Drizzle with Italian dressing before serving.

Tips:

  • If you’re short on time, you can use store-bought pesto instead of making your own.
  • For a vegetarian version of this recipe, omit the turkey and add an extra tablespoon of pesto to each taco.

Skinny Enchiladas

Skinny Enchiladas

I love meals that are healthy, delicious but don’t leave me feeling like I need a nap afterwards.

These skinny enchiladas do just the trick!

Packed with protein from the ground turkey and fiber from the veggies, these enchiladas will leave you feeling satisfied without being too heavy.

Plus, they’re super easy to make so you can have a delicious home cooked meal on the table in no time!

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. ground turkey
  • 1 small tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 onion, diced

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey until browned.
  3. Drain any excess fat and remove from heat.
  4. Add diced tomato, bell pepper, onion and enchilada sauce to the turkey and stir to combine.
  5. warm tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds so they’re pliable.
  6. Assemble enchiladas by spooning a few tablespoons of the turkey mixture into the center of each tortilla, then rolling it up and placing it seam side down in a baking dish.
  7. Once all enchiladas are assembled, top with remaining enchilada sauce and shredded cheese.
  8. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Grandma’s Easy Turkey Taco Salad

Grandma's Easy Turkey Taco Salad

This is an easy recipe that is perfect for a busy weeknight.

Grandma’s Easy Turkey Taco Salad is a delicious and healthy twist on the classic taco salad.

The recipe is simple to follow and only requires a few ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • ½ cup thousand island dressing
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed

Instructions:

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned.
  2. Add the tomato, thousand island dressing, iceberg lettuce, tortilla chips, taco seasoning, and black beans to the skillet.
  3. Stir until everything is evenly mixed and heated through.
  4. Serve immediately.

3 Tips:

  • If you want a bit more of a crunch in your salad, you can add some chopped onions or green peppers.
  • This salad is also great with shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Paleo Zucchini and Turkey Skillet Dinner

Paleo Zucchini and Turkey Skillet Dinner

The perfect weeknight meal doesn’t get much easier than this Paleo zucchini and turkey skillet.

It’s healthy, flavorful, and comes together in under 30 minutes.

You’ll need:

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions:

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
  2. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in diced tomato and zucchini and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Season with basil and salt & pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately.

3 tips for the perfect Paleo zucchini and turkey skillet:

  • If you’re short on time, you can substitute pre-cooked ground turkey or even rotisserie chicken to save time on cooking.
  • For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or your favorite spice blend.
  • Serve with your favorite sides like roasted potatoes or a simple salad for a complete meal.

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Easy Ground Turkey and Tomato Recipes

10 Easy Ground Turkey and Tomato Recipes

You won't believe what you can whip up with some ground turkey and tomatoes!
This article provides ten recipes that are both easy to make and delicious.
From hearty chili to simple meatballs, there's something for everyone.
So get cooking and enjoy!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 487 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • BLT Turkey Sliders
  • Cabbage Soup
  • Turkey Mexican Rollup
  • Open-faced Asian Turkey Burgers
  • Quinoa Taco Skillet
  • Pizza Frittata
  • Taco Zucchini Boats
  • Caprese Tacos
  • Skinny Enchiladas
  • Grandma's Easy Turkey Taco Salad
  • Paleo Zucchini and Turkey Skillet Dinner

Instructions
 

  • Pick your favorite recipe from this list to serve for dinner tonight.
  • Prepare the ingredients according to the recipe.
  • Enjoy in no time!
Keyword Ground Turkey and Tomato Recipes
Benjamin Happy Muncher

Hi, I'm Benjamin. I love cooking, long walks, and my girlfriend! Here you’ll find simple and delicious recipes that you can make in 30 minutes or less.

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