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Healthy Ground Turkey Burrito Bowls with Cilantro Lime Rice

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A quick and easy recipe featuring perfectly seasoned ground turkey paired with fresh cilantro lime rice, ideal for meal prep and healthy eating.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground turkey (preferably lean, 93% lean)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup (185g) long-grain white rice (jasmine or basmati)
  • 2 cups (475ml) water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • ¼ cup (15g) fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Optional toppings: black beans (rinsed and drained), fresh avocado slices or guacamole, salsa or pico de gallo, shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack), Greek yogurt or sour cream

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until water runs clear. Transfer to medium saucepan and add 2 cups water or chicken broth.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  3. Remove from heat and keep covered for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork and stir in lime zest, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and salt to taste.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sauté finely chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess liquid if needed.
  7. Season turkey with ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to develop flavor.
  8. Assemble bowls by spooning cilantro lime rice into bowls, topping with spiced ground turkey, and adding optional toppings as desired.
  9. If meal prepping, let bowls cool before sealing and refrigerating.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when browning turkey to ensure proper caramelization. Rinse rice thoroughly to avoid clumping. Add extra lime juice or olive oil if turkey seems dry. For meal prep, keep avocado and salsa separate until serving to avoid sogginess.

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Keywords: ground turkey, burrito bowl, cilantro lime rice, healthy, meal prep, quick dinner, lean protein, gluten-free

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