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Taco Lunch Bowls

Taco Lunch Bowls


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  • Author: Tina
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4

Description

Taco Lunch Bowls are the ultimate solution for busy weekdays, offering a delicious and nutritious meal that comes together quickly. With seasoned ground turkey, zesty cilantro lime rice, and a variety of fresh toppings, these bowls bring a burst of flavor to your lunch hour.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Ground Turkey
  • 1 Onion (diced)
  • 1 pod Garlic (diced)
  • 2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 teaspoon Cumin
  • 2 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 2 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 8 ounces Tomato Sauce
  • 4 ounces Water
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 cup Long Grain Rice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Tablespoon Vegan Butter
  • ¼ cup Cilantro (for Cilantro Lime Rice)
  • 2 Tablespoon Lime Juice (for Cilantro Lime Rice)
  • Romaine Lettuce (Chopped and Rinsed)
  • 1 can Whole Corn
  • 1 can Black Beans
  • Green Onion (for Garnish)
  • Avocado (for Garnish)
  • Cilantro (for Garnish)
  • Red Onion (for Garnish)
  • Pico de Gallo (Optional)
  • Guacamole (Optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Turkey Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in ground turkey and brown it thoroughly.
  2. Season the Filling: Add spices (garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano), tomato sauce, and water. Simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  3. Prepare the Rice: In a rice cooker or pot, combine rice with water and salt. Cook according to package instructions. Once done, stir in cilantro and lime juice.
  4. Assemble Your Bowls: In meal prep containers, layer rice first followed by the turkey mixture and fresh toppings like lettuce, corn, black beans, avocado slices.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg