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Healthy Turkey Taco Meal Prep Bowl with fresh vegetables and spices

Turkey Taco Meal Prep Bowl

This easy Turkey Taco Meal Prep Bowl is protein-packed and perfect for busy weeknights, featuring seasoned ground turkey over cauliflower rice topped with fresh vegetables and southwest dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the southwest dressing

  • 1 cup southwest dressing ingredients (to be blended) Adjust according to taste

Main ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp oil For sautéing the aromatics
  • 1 medium onion, diced Sautéed until soft
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Sautéed with onion
  • 1 lb ground turkey Cook until browned
  • 1 can black beans, drained Can use no-salt added for lower sodium
  • 1 cup corn Can use fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 2 cups cauliflower rice Low-carb option
  • 2 cup romaine lettuce, chopped Used for topping
  • 1 cup tomatoes, diced Fresh or canned optional
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese blend Optional for extra flavor
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced Add fresh before serving
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped For garnish

Spices and seasoning

  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • to taste salt Use less for lower sodium
  • to taste pepper

Instructions
 

Prepare the Dressing

  • Add all dressing ingredients into a blender and blend until fully combined and smooth.

Cook the Aromatics

  • Add oil to a large skillet over medium heat, then add onion and garlic and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes.

Brown the Turkey

  • Add ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon.

Season the Turkey

  • Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.

Simmer the Sauce

  • Pour in the water and tomato sauce, stir to combine, and let simmer for 5 to 7 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed.

Assemble the Bowls

  • In a bowl, layer cauliflower rice, romaine lettuce, ground turkey, black beans, corn, tomatoes, cheese, avocado, cilantro, and drizzle with southwest dressing.

Meal Prep

  • In a glass container, create layers with cauliflower rice, corn, beans, turkey, romaine lettuce, and top with tomatoes, cheese, and cilantro. Keep dressing on the side.

Notes

To keep avocado from browning, toss in lime juice just before sealing the container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3g
Keyword Healthy Lunch, Low-Carb, meal prep, Protein Bowl, Turkey Taco Meal Prep Bowl
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