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Ground Turkey and Pepper Lunch Prep

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A quick and healthy meal prep featuring tender ground turkey combined with colorful bell peppers and aromatic spices. This lean protein and veggie dish offers balanced nutrition, customizable flavor, and a 30-minute cook time, perfect for fuss-free weekday lunches.

  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 4 meals 1x

Ingredients

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1 pound ground turkey (halal or lean alternative)
2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat
Sauté onions and garlic until translucent, about 3 minutes
Add ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula
Cook until browned and no longer pink, 7-10 minutes
Stir in spices (paprika, cumin, oregano, chili powder)
Return temperature to medium, add bell peppers
Cook 3-4 minutes until peppers retain their color and texture
Mix in herbs and season to taste
Portion into meal prep containers and refrigerate

Notes

For spicier version, add 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Meal prep keeps for 3-4 days in refrigerator
Use frozen vegetables if fresh isn’t available
Cooked turkey can be replaced with ground halal beef
Add brown rice or whole wheat breadcrumbs for extra fiber

  • Author: Elena
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meal
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg