You Won't Believe How Tasty These Ground Turkey Recipes Are

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16 Best Healthy Ground Turkey RecipesBRIAN WOODCOCK


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Whether you're trying to eat a little healthier, go easier on this week's grocery budget, or simply love the taste of turkey, ground turkey is a super smart option.

With less saturated fat and at about half the price of ground beef, Turkey is a tasty any-time-of-year option. But ground turkey works better in some ground-meat recipes than others. Here we've put together more than two weeks' worth of weeknight dinner ground turkey recipes that are made specifically for either turkey or chicken — so that you know the recipe will taste good, as well as be healthy and inexpensive.

Got a favorite ground turkey recipe? Let us know in the comments below!

Buffalo Turkey Burgers with Blue Cheese–Celery Slaw

Wing sauce is an easy way to turn a ho-hum turkey burger into a eye-popping grilled delight! Blue cheese and celery, those classic Buffalo wing sides, combine into a tasty burger topper.

Get the recipe for Buffalo Turkey Burgers with Blue Cheese–Celery Slaw.

turkey burgers with blue cheese–celery slaw
William Dickey

Turkey Meatballs Over Zucchini Noodles

When was the last time you used your zoodle maker? Dust it off — this healthy, 30-minute dinner dish is good enough to become a regular part of your lineup!

Get the recipe for Turkey Meatballs Over Zucchini Noodles.

turkey meatballs over zucchini noodles
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Turkey Noodle Casserole

Delicious, easy, kid-friendly — what more could you want? Our chicken noodle casserole tastes just as good (if not better) with ground turkey.

Get the recipe for Turkey Noodle Casserole.

turkey noodle casserole
Ian Palmer

Pasta with Turkey Sausage and Radicchio

Here's a lighter pasta dinner you can prep and cook on a weeknight, that doesn't involve red sauce. A fun, round shape like orecchiette makes it interesting.

Get the recipe for Pasta with Sausage and Radicchio.

pasta with sausage and radicchio
Andrew Purcell

Spaghetti Squash and Meatballs

This super light, carb-free version of the classic pasta dish is filling and yummy!

Get the recipe for Spaghetti Squash and Meatballs.

spaghetti squash and meatballs
Con Poulos

Turkey Tacos

Pleasantly spiced and perfectly portioned, ground turkey makes a great base for a variety of taco toppings. Take our chicken taco recipe and and sub in turkey for a Turkey Taco Tuesday.

Get the recipe for Turkey Tacos.

turkey tacos
Ian Palmer

Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes

Iron-rich sourdough bread packs more of a protein punch than your standard sugary hamburger bun.

Get the recipe for Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes.

ground turkey sloppy joes
Brian Woodcock

Swedish Meatballs

If you're looking for a pure-comfort-food dinner that will still use up your ground turkey, you've just found it.

Get the recipe for Swedish Meatballs.

swedish meatballs
Ian Palmer

Turkey Chili

This homey, easy blend of veggies, beans, and turkey is a regular go-to in our house. And the leftovers make a filling, healthy lunch!

Get the recipe for Turkey Chili.

turkey chili
Kana Okada

Turkey Meatloaf with Spicy Tomato Jam

Give your meatloaf a bit of a kick with this fire-roasted, peppery tomato jam.

Get the recipe for Turkey Meatloaf with Spicy Tomato Jam.

turkey meatloaf with spicy tomato jam
Kana Okada

Turkey Burger

To keep this juicy burger flavorful, we mix the condiments directly in, and then cook them with a combination of pan-searing and oven-baking.

Get the recipe for Turkey Burgers.

turkey burger
Kana Okada

Turkey Spaghetti Bolognese

This Bolognese comes together in just 30 minutes. But it's so bursting with flavor you might think it took all day.

Get the recipe for Turkey Spaghetti Bolognese.

turkey spaghetti bolognese
Con Poulos

Turkey-Bean Chili

Chili is such a classic weeknight dish. This one keeps it light but flavorful.

Get the recipe for Turkey-Bean Chili.

turkeybean chili
Kate Mathis

Simple Shepherd's Pie

Who doesn't love shepherd's pie? This one is weeknight easy and won't weigh you down.

Get the recipe for Simple Shepherd's Pie.

simple shepherd's pie
ANNA WILLIAMS

Garlicky Sesame Turkey Meatballs with Zoodles

These meatballs are can't-stop-eating good, but the turkey and the veggie-packed zucchini and squash noodles keep things healthy.

Get the recipe for Garlicky Sesame Turkey Meatballs with Zoodles at Beautiful Eats & Things.

garlicky sesame turkey meatballs with zucchini butternut squash noodles
Courtesy Beautiful Eats & Things

Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Try this fun take on a popular Thai dish whenever you're looking to get more fresh veggies in your diet. Don't skimp on the herbs!

Get the recipe for Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps at The Hungry Hutch.

ground turkey lettuce wraps
Courtesy The Hungry Hutch

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