Light, Lemony Turkey Toss Recipe

Name: Light, Lemony Turkey Toss
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 quarts water; 2 teaspoons salt; 6 ounces whole wheat fettuccine; 2 cups broccoli florets, coarsely chopped; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; 4 tablespoons butter; 4 garlic cloves, minced (prepared, refrigerated type is fine); 12-1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 2 teaspoons lemon zest (fresh or from a jar); 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or reconstituted); 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 2 cups cooked turkey breast, shredded; 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, firmly packed

Servings: persons

6 quarts water
2 teaspoons salt
6 ounces whole wheat fettuccine
2 cups broccoli florets, coarsely chopped
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
4 tablespoons butter
4 garlic cloves, minced (prepared, refrigerated type is fine)
12-1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 teaspoons lemon zest (fresh or from a jar)
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or reconstituted)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 cups cooked turkey breast, shredded
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, firmly packed

1
Bring water to boil.
2
Add 2 teaspoons salt and fettucine.
3
Boil for 4 minutes, then add broccoli.
4
Return to a boil and cook for 4 more minutes or until pasta reaches desired tenderness.
5
Drain pasta and broccoli in colander and set aside.
6
(Do not rinse.
7
).
8
In same pot over medium-high heat, add oil and butter.
9
Heat until butter is melted.
10
Add garlic, lemon zest and red pepper flakes (if desired) and cook for 2 minutes.
11
Add lemon juice, salt, pepper and turkey.
12
Mix thoroughly, cover and cook for 2-3 minutes or until turkey is heated through.
13
Return pasta and broccoli mixture to pot.
14
Toss well.
15
Cover and heat for 1-2 minutes.
16
Remove from heat, add parmesan and toss.
17
Serve immediately.

985

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 quarts water, 2 teaspoons salt, 6 ounces whole wheat fettuccine, 2 cups broccoli florets, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Light, Lemony Turkey Toss falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Light, Lemony Turkey Toss

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