Turkey Taco Bowl (Printable)

Seasoned ground turkey over fluffy rice with fresh vegetables and classic toppings for a satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound lean ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
07 - 1 avocado, diced
08 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Rice

09 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

→ Taco Seasoning

10 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
11 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
16 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional

→ Toppings

17 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
18 - 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
19 - 1/4 cup salsa
20 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Cook rice according to package directions, or use precooked rice to expedite preparation.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Add diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
04 - Sprinkle taco seasoning over the turkey and vegetables, mixing thoroughly. Cook for 2 minutes. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons water if needed to evenly distribute seasoning.
05 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each with the seasoned turkey mixture.
06 - Arrange lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro over each bowl according to preference.
07 - Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everyone gets to build their own bowl exactly the way they want it, no compromises at the dinner table.
  • The whole thing comes together in about half an hour, even on nights when you're running on fumes.
  • It tastes indulgent but uses lean turkey and fresh veggies, so you can go back for seconds without the guilt.
  • Leftovers actually get better the next day when the flavors have had time to mingle.
02 -
  • Don't overcook the turkey or it turns dry and crumbly, pull it off the heat when it's just barely done.
  • Let the rice cool for a minute before building your bowls or the lettuce and avocado will wilt instantly.
  • If you're making this for meal prep, keep the toppings separate until you're ready to eat.
03 -
  • Toast your spices in the dry skillet for thirty seconds before adding the turkey, it wakes up the flavors in a way that's hard to describe but impossible to miss.
  • Always taste your turkey mixture before assembling and adjust the salt, it's your last chance to get it right.
  • Set out all the toppings in small bowls and let people build their own, it turns dinner into something interactive and fun.
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