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Turkey Taco Meal Prep Bowls - Easy, Flavorful, and Ready for the Week

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground turkey (93% or 99% lean)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels (frozen or canned, drained)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh lime, cut into wedges
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4–1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
  • Shredded lettuce or shredded cabbage
  • Diced avocado or guacamole
  • Shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or cotija
  • Sliced jalapeños
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • Salsa or hot sauce
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • Zest and juice of 1/2 lime
  • Pinch of salt and a dash of hot sauce

Method
 

  1. Cook the rice. Prepare 2 cups cooked rice according to package directions. For cilantro-lime rice, stir in chopped cilantro, lime zest, and a squeeze of lime at the end with a pinch of salt.
  2. Make the creamy lime sauce. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayo, lime zest and juice, salt, and hot sauce. Chill until serving.
  3. Sauté the vegetables. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds. Add corn and cook 2 minutes. Transfer veggies to a bowl.
  4. Brown the turkey. In the same skillet, add the remaining oil and the ground turkey. Cook, breaking it up, for 5–7 minutes until no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Add taco seasoning. Sprinkle the seasoning over the turkey. Stir to coat. Pour in chicken broth and simmer 2–3 minutes, letting the liquid reduce and the spices bloom. The turkey should be saucy but not wet.
  6. Combine with beans and veggies. Stir in black beans and the sautéed vegetables. Warm through for 1–2 minutes. Squeeze in lime juice and adjust salt to taste.
  7. Assemble the bowls. Divide rice among 4–5 meal prep containers. Top with the turkey mixture. Let cool slightly before sealing to avoid trapped steam.
  8. Add fresh toppings. Keep cold toppings like lettuce, tomato, avocado, and sauce separate until serving. Store them in small containers or add right before eating.
  9. Heat and eat. Reheat the turkey-and-rice portion in the microwave for 1–2 minutes. Add fresh toppings and a drizzle of the lime sauce. Finish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime.