Sweet and Spicy Ground Turkey & Broccoli Bowls Recipe
A flavorful and healthy Sweet and Spicy Ground Turkey & Broccoli Bowl that combines lean ground turkey with crisp broccoli florets in a savory soy, honey, and sriracha sauce, served over rice or quinoa for a satisfying meal.
- Author: Hannah
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Prepare the Rice or Quinoa: Cook your choice of rice or quinoa according to the package instructions and set it aside while you prepare the rest of the dish.
- Heat the Oil: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the turkey.
- Cook the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook it for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is fully browned and cooked through.
- Add Broccoli: Stir in the broccoli florets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they become tender but maintain a slight crispness.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, and sriracha until everything is well combined, forming a sweet and spicy sauce.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the prepared sauce over the turkey and broccoli in the skillet, stirring well to evenly coat all the ingredients.
- Simmer: Let the mixture simmer gently for 2-3 minutes so the flavors can meld together beautifully.
- Serve: Spoon the ground turkey and broccoli mixture over the cooked rice or quinoa. Enjoy this wholesome, tasty bowl immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the level of spiciness based on your preference.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- Add additional veggies like bell peppers or carrots for more color and nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1 cup turkey mixture with 1/2 cup rice/quinoa)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
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