Mediterranean Turkey & Quinoa Power Bowls
A vibrant and satisfying meal-prep bowl featuring seasoned ground turkey, fluffy quinoa, and a medley of roasted Mediterranean vegetables. Perfect for a week of healthy lunches or easy dinners.
2140 calories
$4 per serving
$35 min
4 servings
meal-prep-friendly, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 500g ground turkey
- 200g quinoa
- 400ml vegetable broth or water
- 1 large courgette (zucchini)
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 250g cherry tomatoes
- 1 red onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 30ml olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. Chop the courgette, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- 2.On a large baking sheet, toss the chopped vegetables and whole cherry tomatoes with 15ml of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
- 3.While vegetables roast, rinse the quinoa. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth or water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- 4.Heat the remaining 15ml of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and ground turkey. Cook, breaking up the meat, for 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- 5.Season the cooked turkey with dried oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- 6.To assemble for meal prep, divide the cooked quinoa, roasted vegetables, and seasoned turkey evenly among four containers. Let cool completely before sealing and refrigerating.
Nutrition Information
64g
fat
188g
carbs
44g
fiber
148g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is packed with lean protein from turkey and complete protein from quinoa, promoting muscle maintenance and satiety. The colorful vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber, supporting digestive health and a strong immune system.