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Ground Turkey Rice Bowls

Savory Ground Turkey Rice Bowls for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Quick and healthy Ground Turkey Rice Bowls are customizable, high in protein, and easy to make in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Feel free to substitute with ground chicken.
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice Can use white, brown, or cauliflower rice.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • to taste Sriracha or Chili Garlic Sauce Optional.
For the Toppings
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Diced.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1 medium Cucumber Sliced.
  • 1 medium Avocado Sliced.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • small bowl
  • Rice cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the rice according to package directions, typically bringing water to a boil, adding the rice, and covering for 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and optional sriracha. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes until fully browned.
  6. Toss in diced bell pepper and shredded carrots; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Pour prepared sauce over the mixture, stirring to coat. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  8. Scoop cooked rice into bowls and top with turkey and vegetable mixture. Add fresh toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture and store toppings separately during meal prep.

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