Keto Turkey Pesto Zoodle Bowl (20 Minutes) is a low-carb meal made with sautéed turkey, garlic, pesto, zucchini noodles, and parmesan. This Keto Turkey Pesto Zoodle Bowl delivers fast protein, high fat, no grains, and a clean bowl format without pasta or carbs—ideal for weeknight keto cooking.

About This Recipe

Keto Turkey Pesto Zoodle Bowl is built for speed and macro control. Instead of a pasta base, spiralized zucchini carries pesto without carbs or grain. Turkey cooks in minutes and provides lean protein without requiring marinating or multiple steps. A standard skillet handles everything—brown turkey, toss in pesto, add zoodles, and finish with parmesan. There is no sauce reduction and no oven step.

Turkey absorbs flavor quickly. Browning it in olive oil with garlic creates enough aroma to support pesto without using broth or wine. Because pesto already contains fat, basil, oil, and cheese, no cream is required. Tossing zoodles at the end prevents them from becoming mush; heat just softens them slightly. The bowl stays green, clean, and intact.

This dish bypasses filler ingredients like tomatoes, pasta, or potatoes. Carbs stay low because zucchini contributes minimal net carbs. Parmesan finishes flavor and salt. If more fat is needed for macros, a short drizzle of olive oil handles that.

The recipe can be scaled: double protein for higher intake, or increase pesto for stronger basil saturation. Storage is simple—zoodles soften slightly on reheating but stay usable. You can prep turkey separately and assemble portions cold or hot. If you want another lean-protein lunch that stays low-carb, try Chicken Avocado Salad – Quick & Easy Low-Carb Lunch. For a soup-based green meal, Creamy Keto Broccoli Cheddar Soup fits.

There is no need to chop vegetables beyond garlic if you use pre-spiralized zucchini. Nothing burns as long as heat is moderated when adding pesto.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Done in ~20 minutes
• One-skillet build
• No pasta, no grains
• Lean protein
• Pesto-driven flavor
• Easy macro adjustment
• Minimal prep or chopping
• Works for meal prep

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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground turkey or sliced turkey breast
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup prepared pesto (sugar-free)
• 3 cups zucchini noodles
• 1/4 cup shredded parmesan

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Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add ground turkey, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Brown until cooked through.
3. Stir in pesto and coat turkey.
4. Add zucchini noodles and toss 1 to 2 minutes until just softened.
5. Top with shredded parmesan and serve.

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Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: ~480
• Fat: ~36g
• Protein: ~32g
• Net Carbs: ~5g

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FAQ

• Can I use chicken instead of turkey?
  Yes, same method.
• Will zoodles get soggy?
  Do not overcook—toss briefly.
• Can I add more pesto?
  Yes. Adjust for macros.
• Is parmesan required?
  No. It adds salt and texture.
• Can I store leftovers?
  Yes. Zoodles soften but stay edible.

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Variations & Substitutions

• Swap turkey for chicken
• Replace parmesan with pecorino
• Add spinach at the end
• Add crushed red pepper for heat
• Double pesto for richer texture

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Serving Suggestions

• Serve as lunch bowl
• Add avocado on top
• Drizzle olive oil for more fat
• Pair with a keto soup

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Try these next:

• Chicken Avocado Salad – Quick & Easy Low-Carb Lunch
• Creamy Keto Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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