Sweet & Spicy Turkey Broccoli Pasta (Printable)

Quick pasta featuring lean turkey and crisp broccoli in a sweet-spicy soy sriracha glaze, ready in 30 minutes.

# What You 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

# Directions:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta according to package directions 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 wooden 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 mixing 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 constantly, 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. Serve hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick 30-minute preparation makes it ideal for hectic schedules.
  • Packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables for a balanced meal.
  • The sweet and spicy sauce provides a restaurant-quality flavor profile at home.
  • Naturally dairy-free and easily customizable to be gluten-free.
02 -
  • Adjust the spiciness easily by increasing or decreasing the sriracha or chili garlic sauce in the sauce mixture.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick after adding the pasta, use the reserved pasta water one tablespoon at a time to reach your desired consistency.
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