Description
This Turkey Taco Rice Bowl recipe is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines flavorful ground turkey with a variety of toppings over a bed of rice. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Turkey Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
For Serving:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Turkey Mixture: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened. Add garlic, then stir in ground turkey and cook until browned. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add black beans and corn; cook until heated through.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with the turkey mixture, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and cheese if desired. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For added heat, mix in diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Great for meal prep—store components separately and assemble when ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
