Sweet & Spicy Turkey Broccoli Pasta (Print Version)

Quick and vibrant pasta with lean ground turkey and crisp broccoli in a sweet and spicy sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz penne pasta

→ Turkey & Vegetables

02 - 1 lb lean ground turkey
03 - 2 cups small broccoli florets
04 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 green onions, sliced

→ Sauce

07 - 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
08 - 2 tbsp honey
09 - 2 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce
10 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
11 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
12 - 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water

→ Garnish

13 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds
14 - Fresh cilantro or basil leaves

# How To Make It:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water, then drain and set aside.
02 - While pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes.
03 - Add broccoli florets, red bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are bright and just tender.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Stir in the cornstarch slurry.
05 - Pour the sauce over the turkey and vegetables. Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens, about 1–2 minutes.
06 - Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the sauce coats the pasta evenly.
07 - Remove from heat. Stir in green onions. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh herbs if desired.
08 - Serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready to serve in just 30 minutes.
  • High Protein: Each serving provides 31g of protein from lean ground turkey.
  • Balanced Meal: Combines fresh vegetables like broccoli and red bell peppers with satisfying pasta.
  • Flavorful Sauce: A perfect harmony of spicy sriracha and sweet honey.
02 -
  • Adjust the heat levels by increasing or decreasing the sriracha according to your preference.
  • Reserve the pasta water carefully; its starch content is essential for helping the sauce adhere to the penne.
  • Chop the broccoli into small, uniform florets so they cook quickly and evenly during the brief sauté.
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