AIP Mexican-Inspired Turkey and Plantain Bowls
A flavorful and nourishing autoimmune-protocol (AIP) friendly Mexican-inspired meal prep bowl featuring ground turkey, roasted plantains, and sautéed vegetables with fresh herbs and lime for a vibrant, balanced dish.

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430 calories
$9 per serving
$30 min
4 servings
autoimmune-protocol, meal-prep-friendly, mexican cuisine
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 ripe plantains
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin substitute (ground ginger + turmeric blend for AIP)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Sea salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1.Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel and slice plantains into rounds, toss with 1 tbsp olive oil and sea salt, then roast for 20 minutes until golden and tender.
- 2.While plantains roast, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- 3.Add ground turkey to skillet, season with oregano, turmeric-ginger blend, and sea salt. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 8 minutes.
- 4.Stir in zucchini and cabbage, cooking until just tender but still bright, about 5 minutes.
- 5.Remove roasted plantains from oven. Assemble bowls with turkey-vegetable mix, roasted plantains, a squeeze of fresh lime juice, and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition Information
14g
fat
38g
carbs
6g
fiber
27g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is AIP-friendly, rich in lean protein, fiber, and vitamins, supports gut health, reduces inflammation, and is perfect for meal prep while keeping authentic Mexican-inspired flavors.