Turkey Cacciatore

Turkey Cacciatore is a rustic Italian-inspired dish where turkey is slow-simmered in a savory sauce of tomatoes, onions, herbs, and often mushrooms or peppers. The name 'cacciatore' means 'hunter-style' in Italian, referring to a method of preparing game with available garden ingredients. It's a hearty, one-pot meal that's both comforting and flavorful.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a good source of lean protein from the turkey, with moderate fat depending on the cut used and cooking oil. It provides key nutrients like iron, B vitamins, and lycopene from the tomatoes, with a rough calorie range of 300-450 per serving depending on portion size and specific ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	30 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	650 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Iron	3 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	50 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Zinc	4 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Cacciatore is a classic example of Italian 'cucina povera' (peasant cooking), transforming simple, affordable ingredients into a rich and satisfying meal. Nutritionally, it's interesting because the tomato-based sauce not only adds flavor but also enhances the absorption of iron from the meat.