Ranch Turkey Veggie Bowls (Print)

Lean turkey mixed with fresh vegetables and savory ranch seasoning, finished with crunchy wonton strips.

# Components:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb lean ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
03 - 1 cup shredded carrots
04 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 4 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Seasonings & Sauces

06 - 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
07 - 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
08 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
12 - 1 tbsp sesame oil

→ Toppings

13 - 1 cup crispy wonton strips
14 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds, optional
15 - Fresh cilantro, chopped, optional

# Directions:

01 - Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
02 - Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Sprinkle in ranch seasoning mix and black pepper; stir well to combine.
05 - Add shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
06 - Pour in soy sauce and rice vinegar; mix well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
07 - Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions.
08 - Divide mixture among bowls and top with crispy wonton strips, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The ranch and soy combination tastes indulgent without actually being heavy, making you feel like you're eating something special on a regular Tuesday.
  • It comes together faster than takeout, but tastes like you've been simmering something all day.
  • You get that satisfying crunch from wonton strips without the mess of deep frying.
02 -
  • If you add the wonton strips too early, they'll absorb moisture and turn soft; timing the topping is the difference between crispy and soggy.
  • Don't skip the rice vinegar—it's what keeps this from tasting one-note, and it's impossible to replicate with any other ingredient.
03 -
  • Double the batch and eat it three times throughout the week—it actually tastes better the next day when all the flavors have merged together, though add fresh wonton strips each time you eat it.
  • If your soy sauce or sesame oil isn't good quality, the whole dish suffers because those two ingredients carry most of the flavor, so it's worth buying the better version.
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