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    Ground Turkey & Veggie Brown Rice Bowls

    Jan 18, 2016 / by Laney Schwartz / 34 Comments(updated Aug 2, 2021)
    ★★★★★ from 9 reviews

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    This is one of those recipes that happened by accident. Don’t you have your go-to throw together something random in your fridge type meal? What is it?

    This is so, totally mine. I make it ALL the time, it always turns out amazing, but it’s super random, and I’ve never even thought to write it down. Not until my sister-in-law was here one night when I was throwing this together and she tasted it, then HAD to have the recipe. 

    So I thought, why shouldn’t all of you have it to?

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    I know it’s not the prettiest dish I’ve ever made, but sometimes ugly food is the best food. Right?

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    Truly, you can use any veggies you like or have laying around. That’s the beauty of this. To each is own! This was actually the first time I’ve ever thrown mushrooms in the mix, and I was pretty happy with the results. 

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    I love to serve this over brown rice, but it can easily be eaten alone, over pasta, or even quinoa! 

    Lot’s of healthy goodness  in one bowl. I ain’t mad at that.

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    Ground Turkey & Veggie Brown Rice Bowls

    ★★★★★ 5 from 9 reviews
    • Author: Laney Schwartz
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    Description

    The best way to clean out your fridge for a healthy and flavorful weeknight meal. 


    Ingredients

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    • 1 – 1 1/2 cups brown rice
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus 2 tablespoons)
    • 1 yellow onion (chopped)
    • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
    • 1 pound ground turkey meat (can also use ground beef)
    • 1 teaspoon salt (plus 1 teaspoon)
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper (plus 1/4 teaspoon)
    • 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper (plus 1/4 teaspoon)
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 2 – 2 1/2 cups broccoli florets
    • 2 – 2 1/2 cups cauliflower florets
    • 1/2 cup chicken stock
    • 1 cup chopped crimini mushrooms
    • 3/4 cup tomato sauce
    • Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
    • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
    • Top with Sriracha Sauce (optional)
    • Garnish with chopped parsley

    Instructions

    1. Start making your rice. Cook according to package.
    2. Heat a large pan over medium/high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the onion and a healthy pinch of salt and cook for 3-5 minutes, until onion begins to soften, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and cook another minute. Add the turkey meat, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper, garlic powder, and dried basil and cook until turkey is cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Once meat is cooked, drain any fat and remove the meat from the pan to set aside.
    3. In the same pan add 2 tablespoons olive oil and the butter over medium/high heat. Add the broccoli and cauliflower, and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the stock and cook for 5-7 minutes until veggies are just tender.
    4. Add the mushrooms, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper and cook for about 2-3 more minutes.
    5. Add the tomato sauce to the pan and heat through. Once heated, add the lemon juice and stir to combine. Add the cooked turkey meat back into the pan, and add the parmesan cheese. Toss well. Serve over brown rice and top with Sriracha Sauce if desired.

    Notes

    * You can serve this alone, over rice, pasta, or quinoa.

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    Happy healthy! (And just a liiiiiitle spicy)

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      Comments

    1. Lschnitt

      July 29, 2020 at 10:15 am

      Can I use frozen vegetables?

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        July 30, 2020 at 1:22 pm

        I might suggest thawing them a bit before

    2. Medicaltipes

      May 08, 2020 at 4:11 pm

      These Asian ground turkey and rice bowls are so flavorful, and make the perfect quick and easy weeknight dinner! I d love to know -what is your favorite meal or dish to make when you re short on time?

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Kelly Fregeau

      January 09, 2020 at 8:12 am

      Does anyone have the nutrition facts/ macros for this?

      Reply
    4. Kris

      September 02, 2019 at 7:02 pm

      Outstanding dish! Thank you!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. Lonna

      June 30, 2019 at 8:51 am

      I think I am going to try this tonight. Do you know the calorie count?

      Reply
    6. Phyllis

      September 24, 2018 at 8:47 am

      I would like to know it I can omit the butter and would it change the taste or what could I use in place of it.

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        September 25, 2018 at 1:31 pm

        You can totally omit!

    7. ELISA SAFANDA

      September 07, 2018 at 10:58 am

      I’ve made this 4 times now. I go a little heavier on the lemon juice, lighter on the parmesan (to reduce calories) and omit mushrooms (my husband hates them). It’s one of my family’s favorites dinners. I serve with quinoa instead of rice. Great as leftovers too. Thank you!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        September 07, 2018 at 2:25 pm

        Oh this makes me so happy!!

      • Kate Bowdren

        April 06, 2022 at 6:35 pm

        This is SO delicious! My whole family loved it and I’m for sure adding it to our rotation of dinners! Thank you!

        ★★★★★

      • Laney Schwartz

        April 08, 2022 at 12:28 pm

        Hooray! It’s one of my favorites too!

    8. Cathy S.

      August 28, 2018 at 4:57 pm

      This was a big hit in my house! My husband and three kids loved it! Definitely keeping this one in the regular rotation. Thank you!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        August 30, 2018 at 2:39 pm

        Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

    9. Selina

      August 01, 2018 at 5:09 pm

      I had some left over rice and ground turkey from two day ago.I didn’t know what to make for dinner.I just happened to stumble across this recipe I decided to give it a try and it was delicious. Thanks it really save me time in the kitchen.

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        August 02, 2018 at 12:39 pm

        Oh this makes me so happy!

    10. Heather

      June 26, 2018 at 7:34 pm

      This was so good! It’s the first recipe I’ve tried if you’re and now I can’t wait to try more. My family of 6 loved it!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        June 27, 2018 at 7:47 am

        I’m so happy!!! So glad everyone enjoyed!

    11. Maggie

      April 19, 2018 at 11:11 am

      Hi
      I just saw this delicious looking dish
      I would like to make it.
      Does anyone know how much calories does it have?

      Reply
    12. Maggie

      April 19, 2018 at 11:07 am

      Hi I just saw this yummy looking dish.
      I would like to make it
      Does anyone know how much calories does it have

      Reply
    13. Denise Ireland-Miller

      February 14, 2018 at 5:29 pm

      I tried this and it was delicious. Very easy to make. I served it over thin spaghetti and it was a hit in the house! I will definitely be making this again. Enjoy!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        February 17, 2018 at 9:21 am

        I’m so happy to hear this!!

    14. Maquentta Dixon

      February 07, 2018 at 5:56 pm

      I used spinach instead of mushrooms. Came out pretty food!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        February 09, 2018 at 6:12 pm

        Yum!

    15. Sandy Morrissey

      December 20, 2017 at 2:46 pm

      Pure goodness!!! ????

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    16. Robin

      May 15, 2017 at 5:31 pm

      How do think it would be without the cheese? We keep kosher at home so if I use Turkey meat then no cheese or I use fake meat and cheese? Thoughts?

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        May 15, 2017 at 6:53 pm

        Totally fine!! Might need to adjust the salt a little, but no cheese works for sure!! Enjoy!

    17. Jackie

      February 04, 2017 at 1:56 pm

      I love this! And so does my husband and 2 year old! It’s so easy and simple, I love that it’s so healthy. It’s something I will definitely make again and again! Thanks for sharing! ❤️

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        February 05, 2017 at 10:13 am

        SO glad everyone loved it!

    18. Lisa Davis

      January 16, 2017 at 6:24 am

      Any suggestions to use as an alternative to the mushrooms? I am the only one in my family that likes them and I really want to make this dish for a weeknight meal 🙂

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        January 16, 2017 at 9:45 am

        You can totally just leave them out and its equally as good!!

      • S.Powell597

        March 29, 2017 at 5:51 pm

        I replaced the cauliflower with spinach and carrots. I also omitted the tomato sauce and it came out just as good.

    19. Saadia King

      January 03, 2017 at 4:51 pm

      Yummy dish i cut out the onions and parsley but my 15 month old my 5 year old and my 35 year old (haha just kidding my husband) loved it.

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        January 04, 2017 at 1:27 pm

        Yay!!

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