Description
A fresh and satisfying turkey taco bowl made with seasoned lean ground turkey, fluffy rice, black beans, corn, crisp lettuce, creamy avocado, and a bright squeeze of lime. Perfect for meal prep or a balanced weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 cup white rice, uncooked
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 whole lime, cut into wedges
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the white rice according to package instructions until fluffy and tender.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lean ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart, until no longer pink.
- Season the turkey with salt and black pepper. Stir in taco seasoning and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until well combined and fragrant.
- Warm the black beans and corn in a small saucepan or microwave until heated through.
- Assemble the bowls by layering cooked rice, seasoned turkey, black beans, corn, shredded romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and sliced avocado.
- Add a generous spoonful of plain Greek yogurt on top and finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving.
Notes
- For meal prep, store warm components separately from fresh toppings for best texture.
- Brown rice or cauliflower rice can be used instead of white rice.
- Add chili flakes or hot sauce if you prefer extra heat.
- Always slice the avocado just before serving to keep it fresh and vibrant.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg