These Ground Turkey Burrito Bowls are healthy, so simple to make and can super versatile! They come together quickly and are great for a hearty, weeknight dinner!
I love a good burrito bowl and these Ground Turkey Burrito Bowls have been rockin’ this household. We LOVE them and could eat them over and over and be completely content.
These ground turkey burrito bowls are healthy, full of protein from both the ground turkey and beans, and packed with veggies. You can easily customize them with all your favorite toppings. Go crazy with the toppings or keep them as simple as you’d like.
Layers of flavor from the coconut cilantro rice, perfectly seasoned ground turkey and all the yummy toppings! Don’t you just want to dig in?
I think one of my favorite parts of these burrito bowls is the coconut cilantro lime rice. It’s so good and takes these to a whole new level of yumminess. Sure you could use plain rice, but I highly recommend making the coconut cilantro lime rice. It’s so simple to make and adds a level of flavor that is delicious!
These are such a quick and simple dinner. I get the rice ready and let it cook while I prepare the ground turkey mixture. Once the rice and turkey are done, then start layering the ingredients in your bowl. Add all your favorite toppings and then dig in!
The topping possibilities are endless. Here are a few of my favorite toppings to add to my burrito bowl:
- shredded lettuce
- sliced avocado or guacamole
- salsa or pico de gallo
- sour cream
- shredded cheddar cheese
- sliced radishes (I love the crunch!)
- fresh cilantro
- Café Rio dressing (highly recommend!)
The thing I love about burrito bowls is they are a “build-your-own” kind of meal which is so perfect when you have picky eaters. Everyone can build their own bowl exactly how they like it, which hopefully means fewer complaints and happier eaters all around. Whether you load yours up with avocado, extra salsa, cheese, or a squeeze of fresh lime, every bowl can be made exactly how you want it.
I don’t know about you, but meals that are easy to make and taste amazing are lifesavers!
Why You’ll Love These Ground Turkey Burrito Bowls:
- Ready in about 30 minutes
- Family-friendly and customizable
- Packed with protein and fresh ingredients
- Great for meal prep
- Easy to make ahead
- Delicious leftovers
Enjoy!
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Ground Turkey Burrito Bowls
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
For the Bowls:
- 1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained*
- Cilantro Lime Coconut Rice (recipe below)
Coconut Cilantro Lime Rice:
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup canned coconut milk (light or regular)
- 1 cup water (SEE NOTES)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Ground Turkey Mixture:
- In a large skillet over medium heat cook the ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Once the meat has started to brown, add the garlic and onion powder. Continue to cook until the meat no longer pink.
- Add the tomato paste, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, oregano, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt. Cook for about 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.
- Add in the chicken broth and stir until well combined. Let the ground turkey simmer for a few minutes. Remove from heat.
Assembling the Burrito Bowls:
- Layer the bowls, starting with a bed of rice and then top with the ground turkey mixture, black beans, and the toppings of your choice.
Coconut Cilantro Lime Rice:
- Give the rice a quick rinse in a colander (this helps it not turn out “gummy”).
- In a medium saucepan, bring the rice, coconut milk, water and salt to a low boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes until the liquid is mostly evaporated. Remove from the heat and let stand for 10 minutes. Add the chopped cilantro, lime juice and lime zest and fluff/stir it with a fork.
Notes
- Because I love the coconut flavor, sometimes when I make the rice I use more coconut milk and a little less water, still making sure I end up using 2 cups of liquid. So for example, I may use 1 1/2 cups coconut milk and 1/2 cup water.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Recipe Source: Adapted from All the Healthy Things
Love how versatile these ground turkey burrito bowls are for quick weeknight dinners — the fact that they’re healthy, simple to make, and can be customized with whatever ingredients I have on hand makes them a perfect solution for busy weeknights.
Love how versatile these are for switching up toppings depending on what’s in the fridge. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that still feels hearty!
Love how versatile these are for switching up toppings depending on what’s in the fridge. The quick weeknight prep is a huge win for busy evenings.
Love how versatile these are for switching up toppings depending on what’s in the fridge. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner when you need something hearty but don’t want to spend hours cooking.
Love that these come together quickly for a weeknight—definitely trying the ground turkey swap for a healthier twist on my usual burrito bowl.
Love that these burrito bowls come together quickly for a weeknight dinner—definitely need more hearty meals that don’t take forever. Do you have a favorite topping combo that works best with the ground turkey?
These ground turkey burrito bowls are my new weeknight go-to—love that they’re hearty but still healthy, and the versatility means I can switch up toppings for the kids. So glad I found this for busy evenings!
These ground turkey burrito bowls are exactly what I need for busy weeknights—love that they’re hearty but still healthy. Can’t wait to try them with some extra black beans and avocado on top!