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Healthy Ground Turkey Teriyaki Rice Bowl

Healthy Ground Turkey Teriyaki Rice Bowl
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A quick and healthy meal that combines lean ground turkey with a savory teriyaki sauce and colorful vegetables, served over rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil (or olive oil)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening sauce)
  • 3 cups cooked rice (brown or white)
  • Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger and sauté for 30 seconds.
  3. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper; cook 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch mixture; pour over turkey and vegetables, stirring to coat.
  6. Simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Feel free to swap vegetables, add a little spice, or experiment with grain alternatives like quinoa or cauliflower rice.

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Keywords: ground turkey, teriyaki, rice bowl, stir-fry, healthy, quick dinner

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