Jesse’s Spicy Veggie and Turkey Meatball Stew

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2
Jesse's Spicy Veggie and Turkey Meatball Stew with Sofrito Sauce
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Prep

45 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 pounds ground turkey
5 tablespoons vegetable oil , divided
2 large green bell peppers , cut into strips
1 large red bell pepper , cut into strips
1 large yellow bell pepper , cut into strips
2 large onions , cut into 1/2 inch chunks
2 cups sofrito sauce
1 can tomato sauce
4 medium potatoes , cut into 1/2 inch chunks
4 carrots , sliced
2 cups broccoli
5 cups water
1 cup salsa
16 ounces low fat mozzarella cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
443
Sugar
8g
Fat
30g
Jesse's Spicy Veggie and Turkey Meatball Stew is a healthy take on a classic comfort food dish, perfect for satisfying your hunger and warming you up on a chilly day. The addition of sofrito sauce, a staple of Puerto Rican cuisine, and spicy salsa provides a tasty and nutritious kick. This veggie-packed stew is super filling and makes for an easy and delicious dinner option. Plus, the leftovers are just as good the next day.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Mix together and roll into 1-inch balls.
3.In a large pot, heat remaining vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add in bell peppers and onions and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
4.Stir in sofrito sauce, tomato sauce, potatoes, and carrots. Mix together and add 3 cups of water.
5.Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
6.When the stew is boiling, add the meatballs and salsa. Cook for another 25-30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
7.Add broccoli and shredded mozzarella cheese then cook for another 5-7 minutes until the cheese melts.

PROS

Jesse’s Spicy Veggie and Turkey Meatball Stew is a flavorful and filling one-pot meal that is perfect for cold winter nights.

This stew is rich in protein and fiber because of ground turkey and veggies.

CONS

This stew requires significant preparation time.
It includes a lot of vegetables that need to be chopped and sauteed, and carefully seasoned.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This stew is a healthy option for you as it contains a variety of vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals, as well as fiber. With the addition of turkey, it’s lean and full of high-quality protein.
Sofrito sauce is packed with antioxidants, including vitamin C and carotenoids, which help combat inflammation in our bodies.

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