Tex-Mex Turkey Rice Bowl with Avocado Dressing

Nutritional Information

Per serving

Calories:

527

Protein:

41g

Fat:

21g

Carbohydrates:

44g

Sodium:

308mg

Credit
Turkey Farmers of Canada

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless Turkey thighs
Salt and pepper to taste
½ tsp each: paprika, cumin, garlic powder and chili powder
½ cup shredded purple cabbage
½ cup diced green pepper
1 cup black beans
½ cup frozen peas
¼ cup pea shoots (optional)
¾ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 lime cut into wedges

Avocado Dressing:

½ cup cilantro
½ cup parsley
¼ cup green onion
1 small or ½ large avocado
Juice of ½ lime
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

TIP: Cut down on weeknight prep by cooking your turkey and rice in advance. With the main ingredients on hand, you can have this meal on the dinner table in less than 20 minutes.

Directions

Cut turkey into 1-inch chunks.
Season turkey pieces with salt and pepper.
Combine dry spices together to create a rub. Season turkey generously with spice mix. Sauté in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat, until browned and cooked through, 4-6 minutes per side. Set aside to cool.
Cook peas according to package directions.
Make dressing: blend all ingredients with a food processor or hand blender.
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
Drizzle with dressing and serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side.