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Healthy Turkey Taco Bowl (Dinner or Meal Prep)

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A nutritious and flavorful turkey taco bowl made with seasoned ground turkey, cauliflower rice or grains, beans, corn, fresh vegetables, cheese, avocado, and a creamy southwest dressing. Perfect for dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 cups cilantro lime cauliflower rice (or brown rice/quinoa)
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup sweet corn, drained
  • 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mexican-style cheese
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh salsa or pico de gallo
  • Creamy southwest dressing:
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp salsa
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Make the dressing: Blend Greek yogurt, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, salsa, and chopped cilantro until smooth. Chill until ready to use.
  2. Cook the turkey: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic for 3-5 minutes. Add ground turkey, cook and break apart for 5-7 minutes. Stir in spices and cook for 1 minute. Add tomato sauce and water, simmer for 5-7 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  3. Assemble the bowls: Start with cauliflower rice, then layer romaine, turkey, black beans, corn, tomatoes, cheese, avocado, cilantro, and salsa. Drizzle or serve dressing on the side.
  4. Meal prep option: Layer cauliflower rice, corn, beans, turkey, lettuce, and tomatoes in containers. Top with cheese and cilantro. Keep dressing separate. Add avocado and dressing before serving.

Notes

  • Store in airtight containers for up to 4–5 days.
  • Keep dressing and avocado separate until serving.
  • Customize with different proteins, grains, and toppings.
  • Freeze cooked turkey for future meals.

Nutrition

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