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Easy Flavor-Packed Ground Turkey Meal Prep for 5 Days of Healthy Meals

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This easy flavor-packed ground turkey meal prep recipe provides a quick, simple, and delicious way to prepare healthy lunches for the entire workweek. Packed with spices, fresh veggies, and lean protein, it keeps meals interesting and satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground turkey (93% lean preferred)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 medium bell peppers (red or orange), diced
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional but recommended)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1.5 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt to taste (start with 1 tsp)
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 lime, juiced

Instructions

  1. Finely chop 1 medium onion and dice 2 bell peppers. Mince 3 cloves of garlic. Drain and rinse 1 can of black beans. Juice 1 lime and chop fresh cilantro if using. Set these aside.
  2. Place a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Warm for about 1 minute until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add chopped onion and diced bell peppers to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and onions become translucent.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding browning or burning.
  5. Push the veggies to the side, add the ground turkey, and break it apart with a spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no pink remains and meat is lightly browned.
  6. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1.5 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, salt, and pepper over the turkey mixture. Stir well and let spices toast for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Pour in 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (with juices) and add the rinsed black beans. Stir to combine, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to meld flavors and reduce liquid slightly.
  8. Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture, and stir in chopped cilantro for freshness.
  9. Divide the turkey mixture evenly into 5 meal prep containers. Let cool slightly before sealing to avoid condensation.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when browning the turkey to ensure proper browning and flavor. Toast spices with the turkey and veggies to deepen flavor. Use fresh garlic for best aroma. Simmer uncovered to reduce excess liquid. Adjust salt gradually. If mixture is too wet after simmering, cook a few extra minutes; if too dry, add a splash of water or broth.

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