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High Protein Turkey Stuffed Tomato Bowls

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Juicy ground turkey and fiber-rich brown rice fill roasted tomato shells with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavor. A quick, nutritious meal featuring fragrant spices, fresh herbs, and creamy feta for satisfying texture contrasts.

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

Ingredients

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4 large tomatoes (roasted and halved)
1 lb ground turkey
1 cup uncooked brown rice
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)
Halve tomatoes, scoop out centers, and place in a roasting pan
Season turkey with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika
Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook turkey and onions until browned
Add garlic, brown rice, and herbs; stir to combine
Cook 15 minutes until rice absorbs liquid
Stir in lemon juice and fold in feta cheese
Divide mixture into roasted tomato shells and return to oven
Roast 5-7 minutes until tomatoes blister slightly

Notes

Use quinoa or farro as rice alternatives
Add diced zucchini or spinach for extra veggies
Serve with Greek yogurt instead of feta for dairy-free version
Store leftovers in air-tight containers up to 3 days

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Stewing/Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg