Description
This Healthy Turkey Taco Bowl is a nutritious and flavorful dish that combines lean ground turkey seasoned with warming spices, fresh vegetables, and wholesome ingredients like rice, black beans, and avocado. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, it offers a balanced mix of protein, fiber, and healthy fats in about 35 minutes, ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice)
Protein and Seasoning
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Vegetables and Toppings
- 2 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup corn (fresh, grilled, or frozen and thawed)
- 1 avocado (sliced or mashed as guacamole)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Fresh cilantro (chopped, amount to taste)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
- 1 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1/3 cup light Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare the rice according to package instructions, optionally using broth instead of water for enhanced flavor. This creates a warm and filling base for the bowl.
- Cook the Turkey: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook for about 5-6 minutes until browned evenly. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for another 8-10 minutes to let the flavors meld and the turkey cook through.
- Warm the Corn and Beans: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the corn and black beans until heated through, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Bowl: Layer the cooked rice at the bottom of each bowl. Add a layer of chopped lettuce, followed by the seasoned ground turkey. Top with warmed corn and black beans. Garnish with sliced avocado or guacamole, salsa, a dollop of light Greek yogurt, chopped fresh cilantro, and lime wedges to squeeze over before eating.
Notes
- Use cauliflower rice for a lower-carb, gluten-free option.
- Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more or less chili powder according to taste.
- Use fresh lime juice for an added zesty flavor boost.
- For a dairy-free version, replace Greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative or omit it.
