Description

This satisfying ground turkey bowl is a quick, healthy, and flavor-packed dish perfect for busy weeknights or weekly meal prep. It combines well-seasoned ground turkey with sautéed vegetables and a base of rice or quinoa, topped off with bright garnishes like avocado, lime, and fresh herbs. Completely customizable, it’s a go-to recipe that’s comforting yet wholesome—without ever being boring.

Ingredients

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1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup baby spinach or kale
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
Juice of ½ lime
2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
Optional toppings: cherry tomatoes, avocado, corn, pickled onions, cilantro, yogurt

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Instructions

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions for 2–3 minutes.
Add bell peppers and cook for another 3–4 minutes until slightly tender.
Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute, then add spinach until wilted. Set veggies aside.
In the same pan, add ground turkey. Cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes.
Add cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir well.
Build your bowl with rice, veggies, turkey, and your favorite toppings.
Serve warm or pack into containers for meal prep.

Notes

Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Make it spicier by adding cayenne or diced jalapeños.
Keep toppings fresh by storing them separately for meal prep.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420