Italian Turkey Zoodles

Recipe View 20 mins Prepare the Zucchini Noodles: Using a spiralizer or julienne peeler, create zucchini noodles. Place the noodles in a colander and toss with 1 tablespoon of salt. Allow them to sit for 20 minutes to release excess moisture. (Time: 20 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Rinse and Dry: After 20 minutes, rinse the zucchini noodles thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove any remaining moisture. (Time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins Cook the Turkey: In a large, oven-safe skillet (cast iron works great) over medium heat, combine the ground turkey, garlic salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook, breaking up the turkey with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease. (Time: 5-7 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Sauté the Garlic: Push the cooked turkey to the sides of the skillet to create a well in the center. Add the olive oil and minced garlic to the well. Cook until the garlic is fragrant, being careful not to burn it. (Time: 1 minute)

Recipe View 15 mins Simmer the Sauce: Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, parsley, basil, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened slightly. (Time: 15 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (Time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Combine and Bake: Add the prepared zucchini noodles to the skillet with the turkey and tomato sauce. Stir to combine, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated. Spread the cottage cheese evenly over the top, followed by the shredded mozzarella cheese. (Time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly. (Time: 15 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Broil (Optional): For a golden-brown, bubbly top, turn on the broiler and broil for 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. (Time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the cheese to set slightly. (Time: 5-10 minutes)