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Mediterranean Herb Turkey with Steamed Garden Vegetables

Mediterranean Herb Turkey with Steamed Garden Vegetables
Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min
Serves
2
Serving
1 serving

Ingredients

  • 10 oz turkey breast slices cut lengthwise
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning blend
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup water plus extra as needed
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 large carrot sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup green beans ends trimmed

Method

  1. 1Coat turkey slices thoroughly with lemon juice, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt and pepper.
  2. 2Heat a non-stick skillet over medium temperature and add seasoned turkey with water, then cover.
  3. 3Cook turkey 6-8 minutes each side, adding water as needed to prevent drying, until fully cooked.
  4. 4Set up steamer basket over boiling water and add all vegetables.
  5. 5Steam vegetables covered for 5-7 minutes until fork-tender and season with salt and pepper.
  6. 6Plate turkey alongside steamed vegetables and serve immediately.

Good to know

Storage
Keep refrigerated in sealed container up to 4 days
Serving Tips
Each portion includes 2/3 cup turkey with 2 cups steamed vegetables
More Flavor
Finish with extra lemon juice or fresh herbs
Serve It With
Brown rice or quinoa.

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