Light, fresh, and flavour-packed — this One-Pan Turkey & Courgette Orzo is the perfect easy dinner you can make in just 30 minutes! Lean turkey mince, tender orzo pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh courgette ribbons come together in a creamy, lemony sauce for a dish that’s both healthy and satisfying.
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📝 Ingredients (Serves 2):
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 250 g turkey mince
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 160 g orzo
• 500 ml chicken stock
• 1 medium courgette peeled into ribbons or thin half-moons
• 150 g cherry tomatoes
• Zest of ½ lemon + 1–2 tsp lemon juice (to taste)
• 15–20 g Parmesan finely grated
• ½ tsp dried oregano (or Italian herbs)
• Pinch chilli flakes (optional)
• Salt & black pepper
⏱️ Key Moments / Chapters:
0:00 – Intro
0:09 – Browning the turkey mince
0:45 – Adding onion & garlic
1:13 – Toasting the orzo
1:30 – Adding tomatoes & Chicken stock
1:39 – Adding courgette
2:00 – Finishing with lemon, Parmesan & parsley
2:47 – Ready to serve!
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