Description
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of a Cauliflower Rice Turkey Bowl, a satisfying and nutritious dish that’s perfect for busy nights or meal prep. This delightful recipe features lean ground turkey cooked with vibrant vegetables, all served over fluffy cauliflower rice. The rich flavors from spices and fresh ingredients create a hearty yet light meal that can easily be customized to fit your preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (or Avocado Oil)
- 1 pound Lean Ground Turkey (93/7 or 99/1)
- 1 medium Yellow Onion, chopped
- 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
- 1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped (or Zucchini, chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- Sea Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can Diced Tomatoes, undrained
- 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste
- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth (or Vegetable Broth)
- 4 cups Cauliflower Rice (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free, or Coconut Aminos for soy-free/paleo)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil (optional)
- Fresh Cilantro or Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime Wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping onions and bell peppers, and mincing garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, then add minced garlic.
- Stir in lean ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Add bell peppers (or zucchini), smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper; sauté until peppers soften.
- Mix in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth; let simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Cook cauliflower rice according to package instructions or steam it until tender.
- Combine cauliflower rice with soy sauce and sesame oil if using; adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve by layering cauliflower rice in bowls topped with the turkey mixture and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg