Turkey Taco Bowl (Print View)

Seasoned turkey over rice with fresh vegetables and classic toppings, ready in 35 minutes.

# Components:

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Cook rice according to package directions, or use precooked rice to expedite preparation.
02 - Heat large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking apart with spatula, until browned and nearly cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Add diced onion and red bell pepper to skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
04 - Sprinkle taco seasoning blend over turkey and vegetables. Mix thoroughly and cook for 2 minutes. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons water if needed to evenly coat meat with seasoning.
05 - Divide cooked rice equally among four serving bowls. Top each portion with 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 for garnish and flavor enhancement.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everyone gets to pile on exactly what they want, so no one complains about pickles or sour cream.
  • It comes together faster than ordering takeout and uses one skillet, which means less cleanup when you are already exhausted.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day when the seasoning has had time to settle into the turkey.
  • You can swap the rice for greens or cauliflower rice and it still feels like a full meal.
02 -
  • If you do not add a splash of water when you mix in the seasoning, the spices can taste dusty and do not coat the turkey evenly.
  • Always cut the avocado last so it does not brown while you are finishing everything else.
  • Let the turkey rest in the skillet for a minute after you turn off the heat, it stays juicier that way.
03 -
  • Use a nonstick or well seasoned cast iron skillet so the turkey does not stick and tear apart when you stir it.
  • Taste the turkey mixture before you take it off the heat and adjust the salt or spice, it is your last chance to get it right.
  • If you are feeding a crowd, set out all the toppings in small bowls and let everyone build their own, it turns dinner into something interactive and fun.
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