Hot Honey Ground Turkey Bowl
This Hot Honey Ground Turkey Bowl combines juicy, seasoned ground turkey glazed with a hot honey sauce, served over a bed of rice with crisp vegetables and creamy yogurt or avocado. It’s light yet satisfying, protein-packed, and ideal for quick weeknight meals or meal prep.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 3–4
Ingredients
For the Hot Honey Turkey:
500g ground turkey
1 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, finely diced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
2 tbsp honey
½–1 tsp chili flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: ½ tsp smoked paprika or cumin for depth
For the Bowl Base:
2 cups cooked brown rice, jasmine rice, or quinoa
1 small cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small avocado, sliced
A handful of greens
1 tbsp olive oil + squeeze of lemon for drizzling
For the Creamy Yogurt Drizzle:
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp lemon juice
½ tsp garlic powder
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Hot Honey Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together honey, chili flakes, soy sauce, and vinegar (or lemon juice). Set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Turkey
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add onions and cook for 2–3 minutes until soft.
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
Add ground turkey, season with salt, pepper, and (optional) paprika or cumin.
Cook for 7–8 minutes, breaking it apart until browned and fully cooked.
Pour in the hot honey sauce and toss to coat.
Cook for another 2–3 minutes until slightly sticky and glazed.
Step 3: Prepare the Bowl
Arrange rice (or quinoa) in serving bowls.
Top with the hot honey turkey.
Add cucumber, tomatoes, avocado, and greens on the side.
Drizzle olive oil and a little lemon juice over the veggies.
(Optional) Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt drizzle or crumble some feta cheese for a Mediterranean twist.
Notes & Tips
Not into spicy? Use less chili or swap for smoked paprika.
Add crunch: Sprinkle roasted chickpeas or nuts on top.
Meal prep: Store turkey and rice separately; assemble fresh for up to 4 days.
Extra glaze: Double the sauce if you like it sticky and sweet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes! Use crumbled tofu or lentils instead of turkey.
Q: What can I serve it with?
Try with roasted sweet potatoes, cauliflower, or a side of tzatziki.
Q: Can I use hot sauce instead of chili flakes?
Definitely — add ½–1 tsp of your favorite mild hot sauce to the honey glaze.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~480 kcal
Protein: 34g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fat: 18g
Fiber: 5g