Southwestern Turkey and Rice Bowl

Name: Southwestern Turkey and Rice Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1.5 pound ground turkey; 1 yellow onion (medium, diced); 1 red bell pepper (diced); 1 green bell pepper (diced); 1.25 ounce taco seasoning; 4 cup water (for rice); 2 cup white rice (uncooked); 15 ounce black beans (rinsed and drained); 15 ounce corn (drained); 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped); 1 tablespoon lime juice; 4 ounce tortilla chips (for serving)

Flavorful ground turkey and bell peppers served over fluffy white rice, topped with a zesty corn and black bean salsa for a vibrant and satisfying bowl meal.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 18 min
Total: 28 min
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Mexican
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $2.23/serving

Dietary

Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Egg-Free
High-Protein

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1.5 pound ground turkey
1 yellow onion (medium, diced)
1 red bell pepper (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1.25 ounce taco seasoning
4 cup water (for rice)
2 cup white rice (uncooked)
15 ounce black beans (rinsed and drained)
15 ounce corn (drained)
0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 tablespoon lime juice
4 ounce tortilla chips (for serving)

Instructions

Cook the white rice: Combine 2 cups white rice and 3 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
While rice cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey and cook, breaking it up, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Add 1 diced yellow onion, 1 diced red bell pepper, and 1 diced green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in 1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Prepare the corn and black bean salsa: In a medium bowl, combine 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, 1 (15 ounce) can corn, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Stir well.
To serve, spoon the fluffy white rice into bowls, top with the seasoned ground turkey mixture, and garnish with the fresh corn and black bean salsa. Serve with tortilla chips on the side.

Notes

You can customize your bowls with optional toppings like avocado, sour cream, or shredded cheese if desired. This meal also makes great leftovers for lunches!

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 485
Protein: 33.5 g
Carbohydrates: 55 g
Fat: 15 g
Fiber: 7.5 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Sugar: 5.5 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg