Ground Turkey Cauliflower Rice Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
27 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
351 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Ground Turkey Cauliflower Rice Recipe
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If you love savory flavors, then you're going to adore this ground turkey and cauliflower rice skillet recipe. Perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, and family dinners, this savory dish is ideal for whenever you want something filling and easy to make – it's packed with protein and is super low-carb!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 Pounds lean ground turkey
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 large yellow bell pepper cut into chunks
- 2 garlic cloves minced or pressed
- 1 large red onion chopped to bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 Cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 Teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 Teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 Teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 Tablespoons fresh chopped parsley to garnish
- 1 Large head of cauliflower broken into florets
- 1 Teaspoon chili flakes or to your taste
- 1 lime juice and zest
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground turkey, use a wooden spoon to break up the meat while it cooks. Cook for about 5 minutes, then add in garlic, onions, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and spices.
- Stir frequently and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper then set aside.
- Meanwhile, place the cauliflower florets into a food processor and blitz just until small bits forms. You might have to work in batches.
- In the same heated skillet add remaining oil, cauliflower rice, chili flakes, lime juice, and zest.
- Cook stirring occasionally for about 5-7 minutes, or until rice is tender. Season to your taste and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Divide the cauliflower rice among 4-5 glass containers, then add in the ground turkey mixture.
- Cover with lids and place in the fridge for up 5 days.
- Before serving heat in the microwave for about 2 minutes. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store the uncooked cauliflower rice in the refrigerator for up to 10 days or in the freezer for six months.
- Cooked cauliflower rice will remain fresh in the refrigerator for up to five days. You can freeze the cooked rice for six months.
- Enjoy this meal whenever you need a quick meal at home on your lunch break.
- Customize this recipe by adding additional veggies to the turkey mixture like zucchini, squash, different colored onions, corn, etc.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
351kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
21g
(7%)
Protein
45g
(90%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
93mg
(31%)
Sodium
168mg
(7%)
Potassium
1437mg
(41%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
805IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
206.7mg
(230%)
Calcium
86mg
(9%)
Iron
3.6mg
(20%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 351 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 351kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 45g | 90% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 93mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 168mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 1437mg | 31% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 805IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 206.7mg | 230% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 9% |
| Iron | 3.6mg | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Genuine Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.9
27 reviews
Excellent
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