Description
This Healthy Ground Turkey Teriyaki Rice Bowl is a quick and flavorful meal featuring lean ground turkey simmered in a homemade teriyaki sauce. Paired with brown rice and fresh vegetables, it’s a nutritious and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Turkey and Sauce
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Rice and Vegetables
- 1 cup cooked brown rice (or white rice)
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat to prepare for cooking the turkey.
- Cook the turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- Sauté aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant to build the flavor base.
- Make and add the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water. Pour this teriyaki sauce over the turkey mixture, stir well, and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Prepare rice: While the turkey simmers, cook the rice according to package instructions if not pre-cooked.
- Assemble bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly between bowls, top with the turkey teriyaki mixture, shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, and green onions.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired and serve the bowls immediately while hot.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken or lean pork if preferred.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan option, and swap ground turkey accordingly.
- For extra veggies, add steamed broccoli or snap peas.
- Brown rice adds more fiber and nutrients, but white rice works fine for quicker cooking.
- Adjust soy sauce amount for salt preference and consider low-sodium options.
- If you like spice, add a dash of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
