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High Protein Turkey Taco Bowls - A Fast, Flavor-Packed Meal

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground turkey (93% lean or higher works best)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1 (8 oz/225 g) can tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
  • 2–3 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth (or water)
  • 3 cups cooked base (brown rice, white rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, diced or sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or pepper jack)
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges, for squeezing over the top

Method
 

  1. Cook your base. Prepare rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice according to package directions. Keep warm. If meal prepping, portion the base into containers while hot so it steams and stays fluffy.
  2. Sauté the aromatics. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook 4–5 minutes, stirring, until soft and slightly golden. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Brown the turkey. Add ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook 5–7 minutes until no pink remains. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add seasoning and liquids. Sprinkle in taco seasoning and stir to coat the turkey evenly. Pour in the tomato sauce and chicken broth. Mix well.
  5. Simmer and thicken. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 5–8 minutes until the mixture is saucy but not watery. Stir in black beans and corn. Cook another 2–3 minutes to warm through. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. Assemble the bowls. Add a scoop of your base to each bowl. Top with a generous portion of the turkey mixture.
  7. Add fresh toppings. Finish with tomatoes, avocado, cheese, a dollop of Greek yogurt, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Add hot sauce if you like extra heat.
  8. Serve and enjoy. Mix everything together in the bowl so each bite gets a little bit of everything.