Easy Lean & Green Egg Roll in a Bowl with Turkey

Easy Lean & Green Egg Roll in a Bowl with Turkey

Mallory

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! 😊

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Cook Time 15

Course Dinner

Cuisine Chinese

Servings servings

Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

1 Large Skillet

Ingredients

2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
6 green onions, chopped greens and whites separated
1 lb ground turkey (beef or chicken work too)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated 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 grate the 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 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

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Notes

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.

Storage

Refrigerator - store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Dietitian Tip

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.

For more nutrition information and tips, visit mallorythedietitian.com. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do! 😊

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5 cupsCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 31gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 4g

Keyword 30 minutes or less, dairy free, gluten free, high-protein, low carb

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