Mediterranean-Inspired Turkey Bowl
This Mediterranean-inspired turkey bowl is a healthy and flavorful meal featuring lean ground turkey, nutritious vegetables, and aromatic herbs, served over a bed of quinoa or brown rice.
Equipment
- Large skillet or pot
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 bell pepper any color, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes undrained
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Serving & Garnish
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice for serving
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese optional, for topping
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for topping
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, then drain any excess fat.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet with the turkey. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables have softened.
- Stir in the undrained diced tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, and basil. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Mediterranean-inspired turkey mixture over cooked quinoa or brown rice, and garnish with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the dried herbs. This recipe is also great for meal prepping; simply portion into containers for quick and healthy lunches or dinners throughout the week.