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A neatly organized healthy ground turkey meal prep container with vegetables.

Classic Healthy Ground Turkey Meal Prep

This classic healthy ground turkey recipe is perfect for meal prepping, offering a balanced and flavorful dish packed with lean protein and an array of colorful vegetables. It’s a convenient way to enjoy wholesome meals throughout the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Lean Ground Turkey (93/7)
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 3 Garlic minced
  • 2 Bell Peppers various colors, chopped
  • 1 Zucchini chopped
  • 2 cups Spinach packed
  • 1.5 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • ¼ cup Chicken Broth (optional)
  • 2 cups Cooked Brown Rice (for serving, approximately ½ cup per meal)
  • Airtight, microwave-safe meal prep containers

Equipment

  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Meal prep containers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop the onion and dice the bell peppers and zucchini; mince the garlic.
  2. Cook brown rice according to package directions while preparing other ingredients.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, and drain any excess fat.
  2. Add chopped onion to the skillet with the turkey and cook until softened, then stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet, stir in all seasonings, and cook for 5-7 minutes, adding broth if the pan is dry.
  4. Stir in spinach and cook until just wilted.
  5. Taste the turkey mixture and adjust seasonings as needed.
Assembly and Storage
  1. Let the turkey mixture and brown rice cool slightly, then divide the cooked brown rice among meal prep containers and top with the turkey and vegetable mixture.
  2. Allow the assembled meals to cool completely before sealing containers and refrigerating.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for healthy meal preparation. Feel free to swap out vegetables based on what you have on hand or what is in season. Make sure to let the meals cool completely before refrigerating to prevent condensation and keep them fresh longer.