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    You are here: Home / Recipes / Healthy Ground Turkey Recipes

    Healthy Ground Turkey Recipes

    Published on May 14, 2021 · Last updated on Aug 24, 2021 ·

    A collection of the best ground turkey recipes! All of these are super flavorful, easy and quick to make, healthy, and gluten-free. Also great for meal prep!

    9 picture collage for ground turkey recipe roundup with different healthy dishes using ground turkey

    Looking through my recipe archive, I noticed how many ground turkey recipes I have on the blog! When it comes to adding protein to my recipes, I indeed often resort to either ground turkey or ground beef but often turkey wins the race. Why? Ground turkey makes a great substitute for ground beef in almost any recipe. I love cooking with it because it's cheap, super easy to prepare, rich in protein and it's flavorful.

    Is Ground Turkey Healthier Than Ground Beef?

    Ground turkey contains less saturated fat, calories, and cholesterol than lean ground beef. But not all ground turkey is created equal so check the packaging. Some turkey is made with dark meat, which tends to have more fat in it than ground turkey breast. However, depending on the kind of diet you're on (think keto/low carb vs low fat) either one could work. Just be informed that dark meat turkey will also have more essential nutrients.

    Ground turkey is not just an excellent source of lean protein but it also contains vitamins B-6 and 12.

    How Can I make Ground Turkey Taste Good?

    To me, ground turkey is very tasty on its own. But even if you're not a huge fan of its natural taste, you will find that it does a great job of taking on whatever flavors you add. And these healthy turkey recipes certainly don't skip on the flavor! From lettuce tacos to turkey chili, from sloppy joes to meatload right down to Irish shepherd's pie, ground turkey will absorb all the spices, and other flavors you are cooking with and deliver tons of flavor.

    Here are my favorite healthy Ground Turkey Recipes:

    Appetizers and Party Snacks

    Asian Glazed Chicken Meatballs
    Baked Asian glazed meatballs made with ground chicken, oats and a little bit a Sriracha + a killer sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or a main meal with rice or cauliflower rice! They are great for meal prep, too. Gluten free. 
    Check out this recipe
    Asian glazed meatballs on a round white plate with toothpicks.
    Clean Eating Taco Loaded Sweet Potato Fries
    Clean eating baked sweet potato fries, topped with taco seasoned ground turkey and finished with tahini sauce and homemade salsa. A paleo, dairy free, and gluten free dinner that feels like fast food, but is actually really healthy! 
    Check out this recipe
    Clean Eating Turkey Taco Loaded Sweet Potato Fries - SO GOOD you won't believe it's healthy! Click to see the recipe on NotEnoughCinnamon.com #glutenfree
    Skinny Sheet Pan Turkey Nachos {Gluten Free}
    An easy sheet pan nachos recipe, made with ground turkey, lots of tomatoes, cilantro, and baked tortillas for fewer calories and more pleasure. An easy, crowd-pleasing snack for game day! Naturally gluten-free.
    Check out this recipe
    overhead shot of easy sheet pan nachos made with turkey and baked tortillas
    Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps
    Clean eating made fun: When you crave a taco but want to keep things low-carb and healthy, serve these easy Turkey Lettuce Wraps spiced up with taco seasoning, fresh salsa, and cilantro! 
    Check out this recipe
    A delicious low carb dinner that's ready in 30 minutes! #glutenfree and can easily be made #paleo too. Click here to see the recipe on NotEnoughCinnamon.com

    Ground Turkey Meal Prep Bowl Recipes

    Mexican Ground Turkey Bowl
    This Mexican Ground Turkey Bowl recipe with rice, black beans and tomatoes is a healthier twist on restaurant-style Mexican rice! Leftover cooked rice is mixed with sauteed veggies, lean ground turkey, spices, lime and cilantro! YUM!
    Check out this recipe
    overhead shot of Mexican rice and ground turkey bowl topped with lime wedge and cilantro
    Asian Ground Turkey Rice Bowls
    This Asian Ground Turkey Rice Bowl recipe is a quick, healthy, and convenient weeknight dinner that comes together in only 20 minutes!  You can prep this on the weekend for healthy and delicious lunches throughout the week.
    Check out this recipe
    overhead shot of Asian Ground Turkey Rice Bowl with chopsticks stuck into the rice
    Asian Turkey Fried Rice
    Amp up your meal prep routine with this healthy Asian Ground Turkey Fried Rice! A healthy twist on a Chinese take out classic! Leftover cooked rice is mixed with crisp veggies, lean ground turkey, fried eggs and an easy Asian stir-fry sauce! 
    Check out this recipe
    overhead shot of three glass containers with Asian Turkey Fried Rice

    Comfort Food Classics with Ground Turkey

    Healthy BBQ Slow Cooker Meatballs
    Make these Healthy BBQ Slow Cooker Meatballs  for a Southern twist on classic Italian Meatballs in Marinara Sauce! A simple comfort food classic that is gluten-free & paleo! Serve as is or over zoodles or cauliflower rice. 
    Check out this recipe
    Healthy Turkey Sloppy Joes
    This recipe for slow cooker turkey sloppy joes is healthy, packed with protein, and such an easy family-friendly dinner recipe! Throw all ingredients into a crockpot and come home to a comfort food meal that is so much better than Manwich.
    Check out this recipe
    Turkey, Quinoa and Sweet Potato Chili
    An easy, hearty and healthy chili recipe made with turkey, quinoa and sweet potatoes. Loaded with your favorite spices and toppings for an explosion of flavors! Naturally gluten-free. 
    Check out this recipe
    Turkey Sweet Potato Chili with Quinoa served in a white bowl
    Thai Coconut Curry Turkey Meatballs
    Lovers of Thai food will love these baked turkey meatballs dunked in a creamy Thai coconut milk sauce! An easy comfort food dinner that is Paleo and comes with a Whole30 Option.
    Check out this recipe
    One-Pot Taco Pasta with Ground Turkey
    An easy recipe for One-Pot Taco Pasta with ground turkey, bell pepper, beans, salsa, and taco seasoning. A healthy, dairy-free pasta recipe that is ready in just under 30 minutes!
    Check out this recipe
    overhead shot of a serving of one pot taco pasta with ground turkey
    Quick and Easy Turkey Bolognese with Zucchini Pasta
    An easy turkey bolognese sauce made with just a few basic ingredients and ready in less than 30 minutes. Served over zucchini pasta for a healthy and satisfying meal. Naturally gluten free and low carb. 
    Check out this recipe
    Turkey bolognese sauce on top of zucchini noodles in a white bowl, with olive oil and another bowl in the background.
    Whole 30 & Paleo BBQ Glazed Turkey Meatloaf
    This Paleo & Whole30 turkey meatloaf is super juicy, loaded with protein and bursting with savory notes from mushrooms and onions! A homemade plum glaze makes this a really special gluten-free and low-carb meatloaf recipe
    Check out this recipe
    20-Minute Turkey Chili
    Check out this recipe
    Clean Eating Turkey and Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
    An updated skinny version of the classic Shepherd's pie, made with ground turkey instead of beef or lamb, sweet potatoes instead of white potatoes and lots of veggies. Still as delicious (if not better!), but more nutritious! Naturally gluten-free and paleo. 
    Check out this recipe
    sweet potato shepherd's pie with ground turkey in a white casserole dish
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