Description
This Ground Turkey Quinoa Power Bowl is a nutritious and flavorful meal combining lean protein, complex carbs, and fresh vegetables. It’s perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- Ground Turkey (250g / 9oz): Lean ground turkey for protein.
- Quinoa (150g / ¾ cup): Rinse thoroughly before cooking.
- Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth (300ml / 1 ¼ cup): Adds savory flavor.
- Carrot (70g / 2½oz): Grated for sweetness and color.
- Zucchini (120g / 4⅓oz): Diced for mild flavor and texture.
- Red Bell Pepper (75g / 2⅔oz): Diced for vitamin C and sweetness.
- Red Onion (70g / 2½oz): Finely chopped for balanced flavor.
- Garlic (2 cloves): Minced for aroma and depth.
- Ground Cumin (1 tsp): For warm, earthy flavor.
- Smoked Paprika (1 tsp): Adds smoky sweetness.
- Ground Coriander (½ tsp): Offers citrusy aroma.
- Cayenne Pepper (¼ tsp, optional): For a touch of heat.
- Olive Oil (2 tbsp / 30ml): For healthy fats and flavor.
- Low-Sodium Soy Sauce (1 tbsp / 15ml): Adds umami and saltiness.
- Lemon Juice (1 tbsp / 15ml): Brightens flavors.
- Honey/Maple Syrup (1 tsp / 5ml): Balances savory flavors.
- Pumpkin Seeds (¼ cup / 30g): Toasted for crunch and nutty flavor.
- Pomegranate Arils (¼ cup / 30g): For juicy sweetness and color.
- Avocado (1 ripe, ~150g / 5⅓oz): Sliced for creamy texture and healthy fats.
- Cilantro (2 tbsp, chopped / 8g): For fresh, herbaceous finish.
- Tahini (1 tbsp / 15ml): Sesame seed paste for creamy drizzle.
- Water (1 tsp / 5ml): To thin tahini.
- Salt and Pepper: To taste.
Instructions
- Rinse Quinoa: Rinse for 1-2 minutes until water runs clear.
- Cook Quinoa: Simmer with broth for 12-15 minutes, then fluff.
- Brown Turkey: Cook turkey with spices until browned and cooked through.
- Sauté Vegetables: Sauté onion, garlic, carrot, zucchini, and bell pepper until crisp-tender.
- Combine & Simmer: Return turkey to skillet, add soy sauce, lemon juice, and honey; simmer for 2 minutes.
- Combine with Quinoa: Gently toss quinoa with turkey and vegetables.
- Prepare Drizzle: Whisk tahini, water, salt, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Assemble Bowl: Arrange ingredients in a bowl and drizzle with tahini sauce.
Notes
For quicker prep, cook quinoa and turkey/veggies ahead of time. Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or protein sources.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bowl
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
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