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Healthy High-Protein Ground Turkey Meal Prep Bowls

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A quick and easy high-protein meal prep bowl featuring lean ground turkey, quinoa, and fresh veggies, perfect for weight loss and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 1 cup (170g) quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups (150g) broccoli florets, steamed
  • 2 cups (60g) fresh spinach
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Optional toppings: chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, avocado slices, Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (170g) quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups (480ml) water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Let it rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 small chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook, stirring often, until softened and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Add 1 lb (450g) ground turkey to the skillet. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until no longer pink, about 7-9 minutes. Season with 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir well to coat the meat evenly.
  4. Steam 2 cups (150g) broccoli florets until bright green and tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Add diced red bell pepper (1 medium) to the skillet with the turkey for the last 3 minutes of cooking to retain crunch and sweetness.
  5. Once turkey and peppers are ready, stir in steamed broccoli and 2 cups (60g) fresh spinach. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until spinach wilts. Remove from heat and squeeze 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice over the mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

Cook ground turkey gently over medium heat to prevent dryness. Rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove bitterness. Steam broccoli to keep it tender-crisp. Let bowls cool completely before refrigerating to avoid sogginess. Reheat uncovered for 1 minute, then covered for another minute to retain moisture.

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Keywords: ground turkey, high protein, meal prep, weight loss, healthy, quinoa, broccoli, spinach, easy recipe

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