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Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce

Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce for Busy Nights

Enjoy delicious Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce, a perfect weeknight dinner loaded with flavor and customizable options.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Turkey Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Swap for crumbled tofu or tempeh for a meatless option.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Feel free to use any neutral oil you prefer.
  • 1 piece Onion Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on your heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander can replace it if you run out.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Switch to regular paprika if needed.
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Adjust to your liking.
For the Rice Bowl
  • 4 cups Cooked White Rice Brown rice or quinoa can be used.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Bell peppers make a great alternative.
  • 1 cup Shredded Purple Cabbage Green cabbage works as a substitute.
  • 1 piece Avocado For a low-carb option, consider omitting.
  • 4 stalks Green Onions Sliced.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use vegan mayo for a plant-based alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Chili Sauce Adds a touch of sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Control the amount based on your spice tolerance.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Can be replaced with maple syrup.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Lemon juice can substitute if necessary.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Incorporate ground turkey; cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Prepare the Bang Bang sauce by whisking mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl.
  5. Assemble by dividing cooked white rice into bowls, topping with turkey mixture, shredded carrots, cabbage, and avocado.
  6. Drizzle Bang Bang sauce over the bowls, then garnish with green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Meal prep friendly. Store components separately and enjoy fresh rice bowls throughout the week.

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