Maybe you are not a fan of turkey. Maybe you want to chicken all the time. But, you will be surprised how much turkey can help you in the way of making a good physique. It has nutrients that will allow you to be full without gaining no–needed calories and making them into an amazing body. You should not doubt to try some of these recipes. You do not have anything to lose, but a lot to gain.
Turkey recipes for a good physique
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There are plenty of recipes that are recommended for making a good physique and many of them have turkey as their ingredient. You can take your ingredients and start cooking. They will be a great addition to your work diet. You can make them whenever you can and enjoy them.
Turkey meatloaf with spinach and whole wheat pearl
 It is time to dust off the muffin pan. Steer clear of sugary carbs. Use your baking tray for good with this easy meal. From this recipe, you will get 773 calories, 90 grams of carbs, 60 grams of protein, and 19 grams of fat. You will need 25 minutes to make it and it is for 1 serving. You will need the next ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ cup whole-grain couscous, salt and pepper to taste, 1 dash coriander, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried ground basil, 1 teaspoon dried parsley, 1 cup spinach, 1/3 cup marinara sauce, ¾ cup diced red onions and 5 oz ground 99% fat – free turkey breast.
You should set the oven to 405o You should season the ground turkey with your choice of seasonings. You should add in your choice of diced vegetables. Then, lightly spray your muffin pan with coconut oil. You should place the ground turkey inside the muffin holders. You may have to use 2 muffin holders for each serving depending on how big your muffin pain is.
You should top each serving with one tablespoon of marinara sauce. Then, bake in the oven for eight to ten minutes. If you are using less lean ground turkey, then you can consider increasing the cooking time to ten to twelve minutes. Then, boil couscous using water and low sodium chicken or vegetable broth. Add onions or cilantro while cooking for added flavor. Then, set it aside and allow it to cool. You should add one tablespoon olive tapenade to couscous if desired.
The SBTZ turkey skillet
You can add some variety to your diet with the SBTZ turkey skillet. From this recipe, you will get 431 calories, 8 grams carbs, 84 grams protein, and 7 grams fat. You will need 22 minutes to make it and it is for 5 servings. You will need the next ingredients for this recipe: salt and pepper to taste, 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, ¾ cup cilantro, 5 cloves minced garlic, 1 bunch chopped green onion, 4 Italian tomato tomatoes, ½ lb sliced mushrooms, and 3 lb ground 99% fat – free turkey breast.
You should heat a large and nonstick skillet on the stove on medium-high heat. It is recommended to choose a skillet that is about one to two inches deep and has a lid. Then, brown the turkey in the skillet until a light crust forms on the bottom. While the turkey is still slightly pink, add in red pepper flakes and garlic and continue to brown the turkey.
Then, add in fresh veggies and start with mushrooms, because they have a longer cook time. Save the scallions and cilantro for the end and add pepper and salt to it. When the turkey is done cooking, you should cover it and reduce the heat, letting everything simmer for five to ten minutes. Then, drain off the liquid to cut a few grams of extra fat or stir and enjoy the added flavor. Serve this wonderful dish and enjoy it.
Turkey and zucchini quinoa pasta casserole with mozzarella
If you want to save your money, but you still want to eat healthily, get fit and gain quality muscle, then this recipe is the right choice for you. From this recipe, you will get 654 calories, 54 grams of carbs, 59 grams of protein, and 23 grams of fat. You will need 40 minutes to make it and it is for 5 servings.
You will need the next ingredients for this recipe: 2 can tomato paste, 1 cup low–sodium chicken broth, 1 red bell pepper, 2 cups sliced zucchini, ½ whole diced red onion, 1/8 cup fat–free mozzarella cheese, 8 oz quinoa paste, and 32 oz 93% lean ground turkey. You should set the oven to 375 degrees F. Then, boil quinoa paste, rinse with warm water and set it aside. Then, set a skillet on medium-high heat and lightly spray with coconut oil.
Then, toss in red onion and freshly minced or granulated garlic. Then, cook in the skillet until the onions are nearly translucent. You should add the ground turkey meat and stir and cook with a wooden spoon or spatula. Then, chop the turkey and separate it as it cooks. When the turkey is nearly finished cooking, add one cup of chicken broth, bell peppers, tomatoes, tomato paste, and zucchini. Then, stir it slowly and reduce the heat slightly. Then, cover it and cook until the mixture begins to simmer. If your skillet is large enough, then add in cooked pasta.
If it is not, then continue with the next step. You should evenly divide the pasta among the five mini pans and then pour the mixture on the top of the pasta. Then, pour the remaining chicken broth over the individual pans to ensure moisture. You should top each with 1/8 cup shredded mozzarella and bake it in the oven for twenty minutes at 375 F. When it is finished then allows it to cool. You should cover with foil and freeze until you are ready to eat. You can reheat it in the oven and enjoy it.
Lettuce–wrapped turkey burgers
If you are on fat – loss diet, but you want to eat hamburgers, then this recipe is the right choice for you. From this recipe, you will get 277 calories, 5 grams carbs, 33 grams protein, and 13 grams fat. You will need 20 minutes to make it and it is for 4 servings. You will need the next ingredients: 4 leaves large butter leaf lettuce, 1 teaspoon red chili flakes, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 teaspoons liquid aminos, 2 tablespoons egg whites, 3 green chopped onions, ½ diced medium onion, ½ sliced red bell pepper, and 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey.
You need to combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them well. Then, form a mixture into 4 oz patties. You should fry or grill on a greased pan for 5 minutes on each side or until it is thoroughly cooked. Then, wrap with the butter leaf lettuce and top with your favorite sauce.
Turkey meatballs over lentils:
The traditional meatballs are made with beef or ground veal, but this recipe substitutes lean ground turkey and fresh herbs which will give you a lot less fat. You will add high–protein lentils instead of pasta and you will get a fit and satisfying meal that you can enjoy any time of the day. You can prepare lentils and meatballs ahead of time and throw them all together when you are ready to serve. From this recipe, you will get 537 calories, 33 grams of carbs, 46 grams of protein, and 24 grams of fat. You will need 40 minutes to make it and it is for 4 servings.
You will need the next ingredients for the meatballs: 1 egg, 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes, 2 teaspoon table salt, ½ cup flat-leaf parsley, 5 cloves minced garlic, 1 lb ground 99% fat–free turkey breast. You will need the next ingredients for the vinaigrette: 2 cups black lentils, 1 pinch table salt, 2 tablespoons dried ground basil, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 2 cups roasted red pepper, ¼ cup olive oil, 2 shallots, and 5 cloves minced garlic. Firstly, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Secondly, you need to make the meatballs. You should combine the turkey with garlic, egg, red pepper, salt, and parsley. Mix all these ingredients and form them into balls about one inch in diameter. Then, put it in a pan and bake it in the oven for 20 – 25 minutes. Thirdly, you should make the lentils. You should put lightly salted water to boil and add lentils and cook for about 20 – 25 minutes until they are tender. Then, drain excess water and set lentils aside.
Thirdly, you should make the sauce. You should slice the remaining garlic and shallots and cook them in a pan on low with the olive oil until they become very tender for about five minutes. Then, drain and reserve the oil. Then, add cooked shallots and garlic to a food processor with well-drained red peppers, then, blends until they are smooth and add the white balsamic and a few teaspoons of the reserved oil. Then, pour the sauce into a large bowl and add the chopped basil, and season with salt to taste. Then, toss the meatballs in the pepper sauce and serve over warm lentils.
