Description
Ground Turkey Rice Bowls offer a delightful combination of savory flavors and vibrant vegetables, all served over fluffy rice. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights and casual gatherings, bringing warmth and satisfaction to every bite. The blend of spices and fresh ingredients makes it not just a meal, but a flavorful experience that you’ll want to recreate again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup white or brown rice
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium if preferred)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp vegetable or olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping bell peppers and onions.
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes).
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions until translucent.
- Add ground turkey, cooking until browned; break it apart for even texture.
- Stir in the spices and bell peppers, mixing well.
- Pour in the soy sauce and cook until turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve hot over rice and garnish with green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg