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High Protein Turkey Tomato Cucumber Protein Plate

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A quick, high-protein meal combining juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, lean ground turkey, and a lemony garlic sauce for a fresh, satisfying dish. Perfect for meal prep or post-workout nutrition.

  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb ground turkey
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 medium cucumber, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, and cumin. Cook 2-3 minutes.
Add cherry tomatoes and sauté until softened (5 minutes).
Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
Toss cucumber slices with lemon juice and olive oil.
Divide turkey mixture onto plates. Top with cucumbers and parsley.

Notes

Use leftover cooking juices as sauce
Substitute Greek yogurt for oil-based sauce
Freezes well for meal prep
Add arugula or feta cheese if desired

  • Author: Elena
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American-Mediterranean
  • Diet: High Protein Low Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 48g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg