Sautéed Turkey Cutlets with Asparagus and Red Bell Peppers

Health score
7%
Sautéed Turkey Cutlets with Asparagus and Red Bell Peppers
20 min.
4
342kcal

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Looking for a quick and delicious meal that’s both healthy and satisfying? Look no further than our Sautéed Turkey Cutlets with Asparagus and Red Bell Peppers! This vibrant dish is not only ready in just 20 minutes, but it also packs a flavorful punch that will delight your taste buds.

Turkey tenderloin is a lean protein that cooks up beautifully, and when paired with the crispness of fresh asparagus and the sweetness of red bell peppers, it creates a colorful and nutritious plate. The light coating of flour gives the turkey a lovely golden crust, while the sautéed vegetables add a delightful crunch and a burst of color to your meal.

What truly elevates this dish is the zesty lemon sauce, made with fresh lemon juice and grated lemon peel, which brings a refreshing brightness to the savory flavors. Finished off with a touch of cold butter and fresh parsley, this sauce ties everything together, making each bite a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

Perfect for lunch or dinner, this recipe serves four and is a fantastic option for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. So grab your skillet and get ready to whip up a meal that’s not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes!

Ingredients

  • lb turkey breast tenderloins 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 12  asparagus thin
  • 0.5 large bell pepper red cut into thin strips and strips cut in half
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons butter firm cold cut into 3 pieces
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • aluminum foil
  • rolling pin
  • tongs
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Cut turkey into 4 pieces.
  2. Place 1 piece, cut side up, between pieces of plastic wrap or waxed paper. Use flat side of meat mallet, pounder or rolling pin to gently pound each turkey piece to 1/4-inch thickness. Repeat with remaining turkey pieces.
  3. Sprinkle turkey with salt and pepper.
  4. Place flour in shallow bowl. Coat turkey lightly with flour, dusting off excess.
  5. In 10-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium-high until shimmering and hot.
  6. Add turkey and cook about 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Flip and cook 1 minute longer.
  7. Remove turkey from skillet and place on plate. Cover tightly with foil.
  8. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to skillet and stir in asparagus and bell pepper. Sauté 1 minute.
  9. Add broth and heat to boiling. Boil uncovered 2 minutes. Stir in lemon peel and lemon juice. When liquid returns to boiling, remove from heat. Beat in butter, 1 piece at a time, with wire whisk, adding the next piece only after the first has been completely beaten in and melted. When all of the butter has been beaten in, stir in parsley.
  10. Place 1 turkey piece on each serving plate. Use kitchen tongs to remove asparagus and pepper strips from sauce and place next to cutlet. Spoon sauce over turkey and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Calories342kcal
Protein34.2%
Fat47.03%
Carbs18.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.25
Glycemic Load
9.19
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
11.918260722057%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.55mg
Hesperetin
1.63mg
Naringenin
0.16mg
Apigenin
4.32mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Isorhamnetin
2.74mg
Kaempferol
0.7mg
Myricetin
0.3mg
Quercetin
6.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:341.82kcal
17.09%
Fat:18.07g
27.8%
Saturated Fat:5.61g
35.09%
Carbohydrates:16.22g
5.41%
Net Carbohydrates:14.17g
5.15%
Sugar:2.26g
2.51%
Cholesterol:66.26mg
22.09%
Sodium:378.86mg
16.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.56g
59.12%
Vitamin K:60.83µg
57.94%
Vitamin C:36.59mg
44.35%
Vitamin A:1350.34IU
27.01%
Vitamin E:2.6mg
17.31%
Folate:68.57µg
17.14%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.25%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.99%
Iron:2.07mg
11.51%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.96%
Selenium:6.63µg
9.47%
Vitamin B3:1.7mg
8.5%
Fiber:2.04g
8.18%
Copper:0.13mg
6.41%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.93%
Potassium:189.16mg
5.4%
Phosphorus:52.34mg
5.23%
Magnesium:15.02mg
3.75%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.18%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
3.01%
Calcium:23.01mg
2.3%