Turkey Meal Prep Containers (Printable Version)
Protein-rich meal prep bowls featuring seasoned ground turkey, roasted vegetables, and brown rice for easy weekday lunches.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 - 1 lb lean ground turkey
→ Vegetables
02 - 2 cups broccoli florets
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
→ Grains
06 - 2 cups cooked brown rice
→ Seasonings & Oils
07 - 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
08 - 1 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
12 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
13 - Lemon wedges
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway, until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
03 - While vegetables roast, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook, breaking up meat, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
04 - Divide cooked brown rice evenly among four meal prep containers. Top each with equal portions of turkey and roasted vegetables.
05 - Garnish with parsley and add lemon wedges, if desired. Let cool before sealing containers and refrigerating.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You will actually look forward to lunch instead of settling for sad desk food
- The roasted vegetables develop a natural sweetness that makes every bite satisfying
- Everything cooks in under 45 minutes including the rice if you plan ahead
02 -
- Cool the containers completely before sealing or trapped steam will make everything soggy by Tuesday
- The roasted vegetables reheat surprisingly well in the microwave unlike many other prep methods
- Hot sauce becomes your best friend by day three when you want to switch up the flavor profile
03 -
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper for cleanup that takes literally seconds
- Invest in glass containers that go from fridge to microwave without any plastic taste