Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) lean ground turkey
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and wash and chop vegetables as needed.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, then sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine cooked turkey, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion.
- Top with creamy cottage cheese for added protein and richness.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley for a fresh flavor boost.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Add cottage cheese just before serving if storing for later to maintain freshness. Reheat in microwave or skillet for quick leftovers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Healthy American
- Diet: High-Protein, Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg