Healthy Teriyaki Turkey Rice Bowl
Delight in the vibrant flavors of this Healthy Teriyaki Turkey Rice Bowl, a nutritious and satisfying dish that your family will love! Featuring lean ground turkey, an array of colorful vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki sauce, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when time is of the essence. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a wholesome meal that’s not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With around 450 calories per serving and packed with protein, this bowl checks all the boxes for a healthy dinner option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water (for cornstarch slurry)
Instructions
- To prepare the teriyaki sauce, mix soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, cornstarch mixed with water in a bowl.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Stir in mixed vegetables and sauté until tender-crisp.
- Pour teriyaki sauce over the turkey and veggies; simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg