Seasoned turkey over fluffy rice with fresh veggies, cheese, and tangy toppings for a quick wholesome meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Protein
01 - 1 pound lean ground turkey
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
07 - 1 avocado, diced
08 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Rice
09 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
→ Taco Seasoning
10 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
11 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
16 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
→ Toppings
17 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
18 - 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
19 - 1/4 cup salsa
20 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# Directions:
01 - Prepare rice according to package instructions, or use precooked rice to save time.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and nearly cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Add diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
04 - Sprinkle taco seasoning over the turkey and vegetables. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons water if desired to help the seasoning coat the meat evenly.
05 - Divide cooked rice among four serving bowls. Top each with the seasoned turkey mixture.
06 - Arrange lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro over each bowl as desired.
07 - Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
