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Creamy Ground Turkey & Spinach Protein Bowl

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A comforting, nutrient-packed protein bowl featuring lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, and creamy cottage cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground turkey
  • 1.5 cups hot salsa (use mild or medium to reduce heat if preferred)
  • 1.5 cups cottage cheese (preferably 2% or 4% fat for the best texture)
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.5 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) (for cooking)

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients, dice the onion, and measure out your spices.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, breaking it into small pieces until browned and fully cooked.
  4. Stir in the hot salsa, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, garlic salt, crushed red pepper flakes, oregano, and basil until the turkey is coated.
  5. Add the fresh spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  6. Lower the heat and mix in the cottage cheese until well combined; allow it to heat through.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste and remove from heat.

Notes

This dish can be served as is or over quinoa or rice. Perfect for meal prep and easy customization.

Nutrition

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