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5-Ingredient Turkey Taco Meal Prep Bowls (Easy & Perfect)

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These 5-Ingredient Turkey Taco Meal Prep Bowls are simple, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeks. Made with ground turkey, black beans, rice, taco seasoning, and lime, they come together in about 25 minutes and taste even better after a day or two in the fridge.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground turkey (93% lean recommended)
  • 15 oz (425g) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 2 cups (about 400g) cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
  • 1 large lime

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice first (or use leftovers). If making from scratch, follow package directions—usually 1 cup rice to 2 cups water, simmered for about 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside. You need about 2 cups total.
  2. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey directly to the pan (no oil needed for 93% lean). Break it apart with a spoon or spatula as it cooks. Let it cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to develop a brown crust, then stir and continue breaking it up. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked and crispy on the edges.
  3. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked turkey. Stir well to coat every piece. Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly, to toast the spices.
  4. Add the drained and rinsed black beans to the skillet. Stir together and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. If the mixture looks dry, add a tablespoon of water or chicken broth.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat. Squeeze the juice of half the lime over the turkey and bean mixture. Stir to combine. Taste and add more lime if desired.
  6. Divide the cooked rice evenly among 4-5 meal prep containers (about ½ cup per bowl). Top each with an equal portion of the turkey and bean mixture.
  7. Zest the remaining half lime over the assembled bowls for a fresh finish.
  8. Let the containers cool completely before sealing. Refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Notes

For best results, let the turkey get crispy on the edges. Use day-old rice to prevent mushiness. If adding avocado, store separately and add fresh each day. The flavors deepen after a day or two in the fridge. For freezing, freeze the turkey and bean mixture without rice for up to 3 months.

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