Description
This Turkey Taco Lunch Bowl is a flavorful and healthy meal featuring lean ground turkey seasoned with taco spices, served over rice and topped with fresh vegetables and cheese. Perfect for meal prep, it combines protein, fiber, and vibrant ingredients for a satisfying Mexican-American inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
Vegetables
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Base & Toppings
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or white rice
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Sauté Onion: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened, creating a flavorful base for the dish.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release its aroma without burning.
- Cook Turkey: Add the lean ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula to ensure even cooking. Drain any excess fat if necessary to keep the dish lean.
- Season Turkey: Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked turkey and pour in 1/4 cup water. Stir well to combine and simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly between serving bowls or containers. Top each with the seasoned turkey, black beans, corn kernels, halved cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro.
- Serve: Garnish with lime wedges to squeeze over the bowl for added brightness and serve warm or cold as desired.
Notes
- You can meal prep these bowls by storing the rice, turkey, beans, and corn together, and adding fresh toppings like avocado and tomatoes just before serving.
- These bowls can be served warm or cold, making them versatile for lunches or quick dinners.
- Use brown rice for extra fiber and nutrients or white rice for a softer texture based on preference.
- Homemade taco seasoning is a great way to control sodium and customize spice levels.
