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greek ground turkey rice bowl

Healthy Greek Ground Turkey Rice Bowl

This Greek Ground Turkey Rice Bowl is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish perfect for a satisfying meal. Made with seasoned ground turkey, fragrant rice, and fresh toppings like cucumbers, tomatoes, and feta cheese, this Mediterranean-inspired bowl is packed with protein and nutrients.
It’s great for meal prep, easy to customize, and can be enjoyed with a drizzle of tzatziki sauce. Whether you’re looking for a balanced lunch or dinner, this dish is a delicious way to bring Mediterranean flavors to your table in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Ground Turkey:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey 93% or 99%
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

For the Rice Base:

  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

For the Toppings:

  • ½ cup cucumber diced
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives sliced
  • ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup tzatziki sauce

Instructions
 

Cook the Ground Turkey

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes).
  • Stir in the dried oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add fresh lemon juice and cook for another minute to blend the flavors.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.

Prepare the Rice

  • Cook the rice according to package instructions if not already prepared.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork and mix in olive oil and chopped parsley for added flavor.

Assemble the Bowl

  • Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls.
  • Top each bowl with a portion of the seasoned ground turkey.
  • Add fresh toppings: cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and red onion.
  • Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
  • Drizzle with tzatziki sauce for a creamy, tangy finish.
Keyword Greek Ground Turkey Rice Bowl