Turkey Taco Bowls
A warm and comforting recipe featuring lean ground turkey, colorful toppings, and customizable ingredients, perfect for weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Flexitarian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- Sour cream for serving
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Brown the turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until it’s browned and cooked through, around 5-7 minutes.
- Mix in the flavor: Stir in the taco seasoning and add a splash of water, mixing well. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Layer the bowls: In serving bowls, start by layering the cooked rice, followed by black beans, corn, and the turkey mixture. Top with diced tomatoes and diced avocado.
- Add the finishing touches: Sprinkle shredded lettuce and cheese over the top, then finish with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Notes
These bowls are excellent for meal prep, and ingredients can be customized based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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