Turkey And Zucchini Summer Squash Sauté
A soothing, dairy-free lunch featuring lean ground turkey and tender zucchini seasoned with mild Mediterranean herbs. It is light on the digestive system while providing high-quality protein.
Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Payge + Lila
Payge created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Well-fueled muscles
Support your everyday foundations
A varied meal helps bring protein, energy and minerals into the day without turning dinner into a supplement calculation.
Notice: comfort + hydration
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Heat the olive oil in a medium…
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Heat the olive oil in a medium…
Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat for about 1 minute until it shimmers.
Look for: it shimmers
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Add the ground turkey to the skillet
Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for 5 to 7 minutes until it is no longer pink and is fully cooked through.
Look for: it is no longer pink and is fully cooked through
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Stir in the sliced zucchini
Stir in the sliced zucchini, Italian seasoning, and salt. Cook for about 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender but still holds its shape.
Look for: the zucchini is tender but still holds its shape
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Divide the sauté onto a plate and…
Divide the sauté onto a plate and enjoy warm. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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