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Weeknight Ground Turkey with Green Beans Teriyaki

A quick and easy family favorite, this Weeknight Ground Turkey with Green Beans Teriyaki features tender ground turkey and fresh green beans coated in a homemade teriyaki sauce, perfect for hectic weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Teriyaki Dish
  • 1 cup teriyaki sauce Choose a brand with no artificial flavors or make your own.
  • 2 tbsp oil Sesame oil is preferred, but canola or olive oil work too.
  • 1.25 lb ground turkey Use lean turkey for a healthier option.
  • 0.6 lb green beans Fresh is best, but frozen works if thawed.
  • 1.25 cups red onion Red onion adds sweetness; yellow onion can be substituted.
  • 6 cloves garlic Mince for added flavor.
  • 1.5 tsp ginger Fresh ginger is recommended; ground ginger can be used.
  • 0.5 cup carrots Cut into matchstick pieces.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim the green beans and snap them into 2-inch pieces. Dice the red onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Cut the carrots into thin matchstick pieces.
Cooking the Turkey
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the ground turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until golden brown and no pink remains.
  3. Sauté the red onion for about 3 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for another minute.
Adding the Remaining Ingredients
  1. Stir in the green beans and teriyaki sauce, bringing the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the carrots and continue to simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
Serving
  1. Serve over steamed rice or on its own, enjoying each bite!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving. For a gluten-free version, use tamari in the teriyaki.