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In recent years, bowl meals have surged in popularity, becoming a go-to choice for health-conscious eaters and busy individuals alike. These versatile dishes allow you to combine a variety of ingredients in one satisfying bowl, making them perfect for any occasion. The Herb Butter Turkey Bowls with Cranberry Relish exemplify this trend, offering a delightful blend of flavors that celebrate the essence of seasonal ingredients.

Herb Butter Turkey Bowls with Cranberry Relish

A delicious and hearty bowl featuring ground turkey, herb butter, brown rice, and a fresh cranberry relish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 0.453592 kg ground turkey
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • string salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 cup vegetable broth or water
  • 1 bay leaf
  • string pinch of salt
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 0.5 cup sugar
  • 0.5 cup orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 0.25 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 0.25 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • string extra herbs for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the brown rice under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the brown rice, vegetable broth, bay leaf, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 37.5 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove the bay leaf and fluff with a fork.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped parsley, thyme, rosemary, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined, then set aside.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground turkey. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks, about 8.5 minutes. Once cooked, stir in the herb butter until melted and evenly distributed. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  • In a small saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and minced ginger. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens, about 12.5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  • In a serving bowl, start with a generous scoop of brown rice as the base. Top with the herb butter turkey, a dollop of cranberry relish, sliced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped walnuts if using. Garnish with extra herbs for freshness.
  • Enjoy your Herb Butter Turkey Bowl warm, savoring the combination of flavors and textures.

Notes

You can add more herbs for garnish or substitute with your favorite nuts.
Keyword bowl meal, brown rice, cranberry, turkey