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High Protein Turkey Cottage Cheese Lunch Bowl

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A nutrient-dense lunch bowl combining lean ground turkey, creamy cottage cheese, and fresh vegetables. Packed with 40g protein per serving, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for post-workout recovery or a satiating midday meal.

  • Total Time: 20
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb ground turkey
2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 English cucumber, sliced
1/2 avocado, sliced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook ground turkey until browned and fully cooked (10 minutes).
Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Divide cottage cheese into two bowls as a base.
Top with cooked turkey, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and red onion.
Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
Substitute cherry tomatoes with bell peppers or zucchini.
Use low-sodium cottage cheese for reduced sodium content.

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Sauté
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg