Ground Turkey Wholesome Bowl (Printable Version)

Seasoned turkey with roasted vegetables and whole grains for a balanced meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound ground turkey
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
10 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
11 - 1 medium red onion, diced
12 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - 2 cups broccoli florets
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
15 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Grains

16 - 1 cup brown rice or quinoa, uncooked
17 - 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
18 - Pinch of salt

→ Garnish

19 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
20 - 1/2 avocado, sliced
21 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, toss bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
02 - Roast vegetables for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
03 - Rinse rice or quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine grains, water or broth, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes for rice or 12 to 15 minutes for quinoa, until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
04 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula. Sprinkle in smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until turkey is browned and cooked through.
05 - Divide cooked grains among four bowls. Top each with a portion of seasoned turkey and roasted vegetables.
06 - Garnish each bowl with fresh cilantro or parsley, avocado slices, and a lime wedge. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything cooks simultaneously, so you're not standing around waiting—it all finishes at once like some kind of kitchen magic.
  • The seasoned turkey tastes restaurant-quality without any fussy techniques or ingredients you can't pronounce.
  • It feels indulgent and balanced at the same time, which means you can actually enjoy it without the guilt.
02 -
  • Don't skip the step of spreading vegetables in a single layer on your baking sheet—I learned this the hard way by crowding them, and they steamed into mush instead of caramelizing into something delicious.
  • Season your turkey generously and let it brown properly over medium-high heat; rushing it on lower heat makes it taste gray and forgettable.
  • Fluff your cooked grains with a fork instead of stirring them with a spoon, which keeps them light and separate rather than mushy.
03 -
  • Keep your spices in airtight containers away from heat and light so they stay potent—stale spices are the silent killer of otherwise solid bowls.
  • Roast your vegetables on a metal baking sheet instead of ceramic if you want maximum browning and caramelization.
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