Description
This Healthy Turkey Fajita Rice Bowl combines savory Hot Italian turkey sausage with vibrant bell peppers, poblano pepper, and onions, served over a flavorful cilantro lime cauliflower rice. It’s a low-carb, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Fajita Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 20-ounce package Honeysuckle White Hot Italian Turkey Sausage Links, cut into coins
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
- 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced (any color)
- 1 poblano pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
Cauliflower Rice Ingredients
- 1 small cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/3 cup minced cilantro
- 1 1/2 limes, juiced (about 3 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower Rice: Place the cauliflower florets into a food processor and pulse until it resembles rice-sized pieces. Set aside.
- Cook the Turkey Sausage: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey sausage coins and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced bell peppers, poblano pepper, and yellow onion. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until peppers and onions are softened and slightly charred, about 8-10 minutes.
- Cook the Cauliflower Rice: Push the peppers and onions to one side of the skillet. Add the cauliflower rice along with 1/3 cup water and 1 teaspoon kosher salt to the empty side. Stir to combine and cover the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the cauliflower is tender but not mushy.
- Combine and Finish: Stir the cooked turkey sausage back into the skillet with the vegetables and cauliflower rice. Remove from heat. Stir in minced cilantro and lime juice to the mixture for a bright, fresh flavor.
- Serve: Spoon the mixture into bowls and enjoy warm.
Notes
- This meal is low carb and gluten free making it a great paleo-friendly dinner option.
- You can substitute turkey sausage with chicken sausage or a vegetarian sausage alternative if preferred.
- Adjust the lime juice and cilantro amounts to suit your taste preferences.
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes while cooking the vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/5th of recipe
- Calories: 321 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 767 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
