Meal Prep with Ground Turkey
This meal prep with ground turkey recipe is packed with lean protein, vegetables, and tomato flavor. It's so easy to make that you'll be able to whip it up in less than 30 minutes. This meal prep with ground turkey is gluten free, dairy free, low fat and low carb. This meal prep with ground turkey recipe is so easy to make that even a beginner cook can do it. The only ingredients you need are ground turkey, tomato sauce, bell peppers, onions, and brown rice. If you don't have ground turkey, you can use ground chicken because it is also low in fat and the same texture. If you don't have tomato sauce you can use any tomato based sauce, salsa or taco sauce!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lean turkey
- 1 jar 12 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 bell peppers chopped
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cups brown rice cooked
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the bell peppers, and onion to the skillet.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
- Add the cooked/frozen brown rice.
- Add the tomato sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
To serve: Serve the meal prep with ground turkey over brown rice or another whole grain. You can also add a side of vegetables, such as steamed broccoli or carrots. Garnish with your favorite toppings, such as chopped fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.
To store in the fridge: Let the meal prep with ground turkey cool completely before storing. Store the dish in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To store in the freezer: Let the meal prep cool completely before storing. Divide the dish into individual portions and store in airtight containers or freezer bags. The dish can be frozen for up to 3 months.
To reheat: Thaw the meal prep overnight in the refrigerator or in the microwave. Reheat the dish in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. You can also reheat the dish in the microwave.
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