Turkey Taco Cauli-Rice Bowl

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 pound (450 g) lean ground turkey

1 small onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons taco seasoning

2 tablespoons tomato paste (or 1/4 cup tomato sauce)

1/3 cup water

Cauli-Rice:

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 medium head cauliflower, riced (about 4 cups) or 16 oz riced cauliflower

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Juice of 1/2 lime

Toppings:

1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup corn kernels

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 ripe avocado, sliced or diced

1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Lime wedges, optional jalapeño, Greek yogurt or sour cream, salsa

Instructions:

Rice the cauliflower (or use pre-riced) and set aside.

Sauté onion and garlic in oil, then cook turkey until no longer pink.

Add taco seasoning, tomato paste, and water; simmer until thickened and seasoned to taste.

In another pan, sauté the riced cauliflower with salt and cumin until just tender; finish with lime juice.

Warm black beans and corn if desired; keep tomatoes and avocado fresh.

Assemble bowls with cauli-rice, turkey, beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges, plus any extra toppings.

Nutrition (Calories)Approx. 350–400 calories per serving (varies with toppings); best for lighter taco-style dinners, meal prep lunches, and lower-carb taco cravings with plenty of protein and vegetables.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Notes

Pro Tip:
Cook the turkey mixture slightly saucy so it moistens the cauliflower rice and keeps the bowls from feeling dry, especially if you plan to reheat leftovers.