Name: Ground Turkey & Cranberry Stir-Fry Bowl
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean or leaner); 1 cup fresh cranberries, halved; 2 tbsp avocado oil or other high-heat oil; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 2 scallions, sliced (greens and whites separated); 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free); 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for balance); 1 cup cooked brown rice (for serving); Salt and black pepper, to taste

Ground Turkey & Cranberry Stir-Fry Bowl

WarmCarrot6089

This Ground Turkey & Cranberry Stir-Fry Bowl is a vibrant, lean, and flavor-packed dinner designed to fuel your weight loss and wellness journey. Inspired by high-heat wok techniques, the stir-fry brings out the savory depth of turkey, the tangy pop of fresh cranberries, and the sweetness of bell pepper. Stir-frying at high heat preserves color and texture while keeping the dish light and lively. Finished with scallions and a hint of vinegar, this meal is as satisfying as it is nutritious—perfect for a sunny late-summer night in North Carolina.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat a wok or large skillet over high heat until just smoking. Add 1 tbsp oil, swirl to coat.
Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook, breaking up with a spatula, until no longer pink and slightly browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove turkey to a plate.
Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the wok. Toss in ginger, garlic, and white parts of scallions. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add cranberries and red bell pepper. Stir-fry, tossing constantly, until cranberries blister and bell pepper softens (2-3 minutes).
Return turkey to the wok. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey/maple syrup (if using). Toss to coat everything and cook for 1-2 minutes to meld flavors.
Turn off heat. Stir in green scallion tops and a dash more vinegar if you like extra brightness.
Serve the stir-fry hot over bowls of brown rice.