Description
Ground Turkey Teriyaki Rice Bowls combine savory ground turkey with colorful veggies and fluffy rice, all coated in a sweet-teriyaki sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, offering a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will impress your family and friends. Customize with your favorite vegetables to make each bowl uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (mix colors for vibrancy)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions (usually simmer in 2 cups of water until tender).
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Cook Ground Turkey: Crumble in the ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add Veggies & Sauce: Stir in chopped bell peppers and teriyaki sauce. Simmer for about 3-4 minutes until veggies soften.
- Assemble Bowls: Layer rice in bowls, top with the turkey mixture, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg