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Mediterranean Ground Turkey Bowls

Delicious Mediterranean Ground Turkey Bowls with Quinoa Recipe

Savor the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean Ground Turkey Bowls packed with wholesome ingredients and a creamy tahini sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 1 lb ground turkey (99% lean)
Oils & Condiments
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
Vegetables
  • 1 red onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 large cucumber (diced)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
Grains
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
Herbs & Spices
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.25 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 clove garlic (minced for tahini sauce)
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
  • salt black pepper (to taste)
Broth
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
  • 0.25 cup water (plus more as needed)
Garnishes
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 0.25 cup fresh mint (chopped)

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water for 30 seconds to remove any bitterness. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over high heat, then immediately reduce to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  2. While the quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced red onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and slightly translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon into small crumbles. For best browning, let the turkey sit undisturbed for 1-2 minutes before your first stir, then continue breaking it up and cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned all over with no pink remaining. The turkey should reach 165°F internal temperature.
  4. Stir in the oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 more minute to bloom the spices. Remove from heat.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, water, lemon juice, minced garlic, and fresh dill until smooth. If it's too thick to drizzle, add water one tablespoon at a time.
  6. Divide the cooked quinoa among four bowls. Top with seasoned ground turkey, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta, fresh parsley, and fresh mint. Drizzle generously with the lemon-herb tahini sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 39gFat: 18g

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables and proteins to suit your taste. This recipe is incredibly versatile and works great for meal prep.

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