Description
As a busy mom, I know how challenging it can be to whip up a meal that’s both healthy and delicious. That’s why I’m excited to share my Healthy Greek Ground Turkey Rice Bowl with you! This dish is not only a quick solution for those hectic weeknights, but it’s also packed with flavor and nutrition. Imagine a bowl brimming with seasoned ground turkey, fluffy rice, and vibrant toppings. It’s a meal that will impress your loved ones while keeping your kitchen time to a minimum. Let’s dive into this culinary adventure together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground turkey (93% or 99%)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes).
- Stir in the dried oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add fresh lemon juice and cook for another minute to blend the flavors.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions if not already prepared.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and mix in olive oil and chopped parsley for added flavor.
- Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with a portion of the seasoned ground turkey.
- Add fresh toppings: cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and red onion.
- Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce for a creamy, tangy finish.
Notes
- For a low-carb option, use cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg