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Ground Turkey Cottage Cheese Bowl

Savory Ground Turkey Cottage Cheese Bowl in 15 Minutes

Enjoy a high protein, low carb Ground Turkey Cottage Cheese Bowl that's quick and satisfying.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey can be substituted with ground chicken or beef
  • 1 cup Hot Salsa swap for mild salsa if you prefer less spicy
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese ricotta can be used for a different texture
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach kale or Swiss chard can serve as substitutes
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce can skip or use soy sauce for a different flavor
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) shallots or green onions are good alternatives
  • 1 tablespoon Butter olive oil can replace for a dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano can use fresh herbs if available
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil can use fresh herbs if available
  • to taste Salt customize according to your preference
  • to taste Pepper customize according to your preference
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) avocado oil can be a suitable alternative

Equipment

  • large nonstick skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the oil over medium heat in a nonstick skillet until shimmering.
  2. Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6–7 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in diced onion, garlic powder, oregano, and basil. Cook for 3–5 minutes until onions soften.
  4. Add salsa and butter to the skillet, stirring until the butter melts. Add spinach and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Incorporate cottage cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, and red pepper flakes, cooking for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
  6. Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for an additional 5 minutes, adjusting seasoning to preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the stovetop or microwave.

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