This Lean & Green Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe is an easy recipe for busy weeknights! All the delicious flavor of a classic egg roll ready in 20 minutes with minimal chopping. Crisp veggies, authentic Chinese spices, fresh ginger and lean ground turkey mixed with a quick sauce all in one pan- it doesn't get better than that! 😊
As a dietitian, one of the most frequent requests I get is for easy dinners that you can meal prep ahead of time. And this one has so much flavor! A couple things I love about this recipe: you can use packaged veggies that are already chopped, it all comes together in one skillet for easy clean-up, and there's no need for an egg roll wrapper. It's a great recipe for the next time you want a healthy dinner that requires minimal prep time. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! 😊
Serve this Egg Roll in a Bowl over cilantro-lime rice, brown rice or cauliflower rice.
If you're looking for more healthy dinners, try my 30 Minute Lean Chicken & Veggies Stir Fry or Healthy Taco Bowl next.
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Video of How to Make Egg Roll in a Bowl
Here is a video of how this recipe that I hope is helpful! Be sure to check out the recipe card at the bottom of this post for full recipe.
Key Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
This Lean and Green Egg Roll in a Bowl is made with simple fresh ingredients. Check the recipe card at the bottom ingredient measurements!
- Ground Turkey - ground turkey is a budget-friendly high-quality protein. I use either 93% or 99% lean turkey for this recipe. 99% is extra lean so it will be more dry since it has less fat. You could substitute with a different ground meat like lean ground beef or ground chicken. If you are vegan, feel free use your favorite plant-based meat, white beans, or tofu.
- Shredded Cabbage or Broccoli Slaw - some kind of crunchy shredded vegetable is necessary for authentic egg roll texture. For a convenient option, use a bag of coleslaw mix or bag of broccoli slaw. Or chop up a head of cabbage (red cabbage, green cabbage or a mix) and shred some carrots to make your own slaw for this recipe.
- Fresh Garlic - a few cloves of minced garlic adds flavor and has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Ginger - ginger root is a nutrient-dense powerhouse and an anti-inflammatory. I love using fresh ginger in this recipe because it adds a great flavor, but you can also substitute with ground ginger to make it even easier. Cut the amount by a third if using ground ginger.
- Green Onions - for more flavor.
- Extra-Virgin Olive Oil - or avocado oil if you prefer a more mild flavor.
- Low Sodium Soy Sauce - if you want a gluten and soy free alternative to soy sauce, use coconut aminos.
- Rice Vinegar - rice wine vinegar is a bit sweeter than regular white vinegar and a popular ingredient in Asian dishes. You can substitute it with apple cider vinegar or white vinegar if it's what you have.
- Sesame Oil - a little sesame oil adds an earthy and nutty taste which pairs nicely with the other Asian flavors. Plus, sesame oil provides antioxidants and healthy fats including both Omega-6 and Omega-9 fatty acids.
- Chinese Five Spice Blend - a blend of warm, spicy, and sweet Chinese flavors. You can find it at most grocery stores or on Amazon.
- Optional: Red Pepper Flakes - for a little heat!
How to Make Egg Roll in a Bowl
Below are the step-by-step instructions for how to make this Lean and Green Egg Roll in a Bowl with some visuals that I hope are helpful! Don't forget to check out the recipe card at the bottom for the full instructions.
Step 1 - In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Whisk and set aside.
Step 2 - Chop the green onions, separating the green and white parts. Mince the garlic and ginger. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Heat olive oil and then add the white parts of the green onion, saute for 1-2 minutes and lower to medium heat.
Step 3 - Add the ground turkey to the skillet and break it apart into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until turkey is browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger to the cooked meat and stir for about 30 seconds.
Step 4 - Add the shredded cabbage or broccoli slaw and sauce and cook for another 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5 - Remove from heat and stir in the green part of onions.
Optional: Top it with sriracha sauce or hot sauce and sesame seeds and serve with rice.
Hint: I suggest prepping the sauce before turning on the heat so it's ready to go!
How to Serve Egg Roll in a Bowl
- Toppings - I love serving an egg roll bowl in a shallow dish with a drizzle of sriracha sauce, cilantro, parsley, a squeeze of lime juice, and toasted sesame seeds on top!
- On top of rice - Since this is a low carb egg roll recipe, add a carb to balance it out by serving it on top of rice. Opt for brown rice to provide more fiber to support a healthy gut. If you are eating low carb or on a keto diet, you could use cauliflower rice.
- Add Some Crunch - if your favorite part of an egg roll is the crunch, top this bowl with peanuts, cashews, wonton strips, or crispy noodles
Storage for Lean and Green Egg Roll in a Bowl
- Refrigerator - store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Expert Tips
- When cutting the green onion, be sure to separate the white parts at the bottom from the green top parts. You will use the white part of the onion at the beginning of the recipe and the green part at the end.
- For the best results, finely mince your garlic and ginger so they mix evenly with the other ingredients. I use a garlic press for my garlic and finely grate my ginger root using a citrus zester.
- Since this recipe is quick once you get started, measure your ingredients in advance and mix the sauce before you get the skillet heated so that it's ready to pour on when you get to the final step.
FAQs
While healthy means something different to everyone, this Egg Roll in a Bowl is a nutrient-rich option. It contains lean protein from the turkey, healthy fats from the extra-virgin olive oil, and dietary fiber to support gut health. It also contains several vitamins and nutrients including vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, and antioxidants for brain health. It is a low-carb, high-protein meal.
This Egg Roll Bowl recipe calls for ground turkey, but you can absolutely make it with ground beef, chicken, or ground pork if you prefer.
Yes, this is a dairy-free recipe.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Lean & Green Egg Roll in a Bowl with Turkey
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 green onions, chopped greens and whites separated
- 1 lb ground turkey nutrition calculated with 99% lean ground turkey. You can also use 93% turkey or ground pork or beef if you prefer
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated or chopped fresh ginger or 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 16 oz shredded cabbage coleslaw mix or broccoli slaw
For Sauce
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos for gluten-free option
- 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 lime, juice of
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice blend
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients including the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice, Chinese spice blend, and red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk and set aside.
- Chop the green onions, separating the green and white parts. Mince the garlic and ginger. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Heat olive oil and then add the white parts of the green onion, saute for 1-2 minutes and lower to medium heat.
- Add the ground turkey and break it apart into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until turkey is browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger to the cooked meat and stir for about 30 seconds.
- Add the shredded cabbage or broccoli slaw and sauce and cook for another 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in the green part of onions.
- Optional: Top with sriracha sauce or hot sauce and sesame seeds and serve with brown rice or white rice.
- Hint: I suggest prepping the sauce before starting the meat so it's ready to go
Video
Notes
- When cutting the green onion, be sure to separate the white parts at the bottom from the green top parts. You will use the white part of the onion at the beginning of the recipe and the green part at the end.
- For the best results, finely mince your garlic and ginger so they mix evenly with the other ingredients. I use a garlic press for my garlic and finely grate my ginger root using a citrus zester.
- Since this recipe is quick once you get started, measure your ingredients in advance and mix the sauce before you get the skillet heated so that it's ready to pour on when you get to the final step.
Nutrition
References: Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine, Molecule, Healthline
Tiffany
I have tried making egg roll in a bowl recipes before and this one is my new favorite!!! I can't believe how easy it was.... I also love that it's low sodium since my hubby is trying to cut back. My first time cooking with coconut aminos! Loved it and will be making again.
Mallory
Ahh thank you so much! Your review means a ton to me and I'm so happy to hear that you tried something new and ended up loving it. I really hope you come back to try some of my other recipes..I'll be posting more each week! 🙂