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Turkey Meatball Protein Bowl Recipe

A balanced vegan protein bowl featuring plant-based turkey meatballs, grains, vegetables, and a flavorful sauce.

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatballs
  • Plant-based ground turkey — 14 oz
  • Breadcrumbs — ½ cup
  • Flax egg 1 tbsp flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water — 1
  • Garlic powder — 1 tsp
  • Onion powder — 1 tsp
  • Salt — ½ tsp
  • Black pepper — ¼ tsp
Bowls
  • Cooked brown rice — 2 cups
  • Roasted chickpeas — 1 cup
  • Cucumber sliced — 1 cup
  • Cherry tomatoes — 1 cup
  • Baby spinach — 2 cups
Sauce
  • Tahini — 3 tbsp
  • Lemon juice — 2 tbsp
  • Water — 2 tbsp

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Mix plant-based ground turkey, breadcrumbs, flax egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Form mixture into 16 small meatballs.
  4. Place meatballs on lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake 18 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. Whisk tahini, lemon juice, and water in bowl.
  7. Divide brown rice into four serving bowls.
  8. Add spinach, chickpeas, cucumber, and tomatoes.
  9. Place baked meatballs on top.
  10. Drizzle tahini sauce before serving.

Notes

Nutritional values (per serving)

Calories: 420
Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 24g

Vitamins and minerals (per serving)

Iron: 20%
Calcium: 12%
Magnesium: 18%
Vitamin C: 15%
Potassium: 16%

Additional notes / tips

  • Add roasted sweet potatoes for sweetness.
  • Chill flax egg briefly for better binding.
  • Fresh herbs improve flavor balance.
  • Add chili flakes for heat.
  • Serve bowls slightly warm for best texture.