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Harissa-Spiced Turkey & Roasted Vegetables Bowl

Harissa-Spiced Turkey & Roasted Vegetables Bowl

A North African-inspired dinner bowl featuring harissa-spiced ground turkey and beef, roasted vegetables, and a drizzle of tahini-lemon sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Notth African inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey 90–93% lean
  • 1 pound ground beef 90–93% lean
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 cloves garlic minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 2 large red bell peppers sliced
  • 1 large red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes about 2 cups, whole or halved
  • 6 cups fresh spinach about 1 1/2 cups per serving
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water approximately, to thin
  • 2 tablespoons chopped almonds or pumpkin seeds optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  • In a bowl, toss the sliced bell peppers, sliced red onion, and cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Spread the vegetables on the baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized.
  • Meanwhile, warm a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Add the ground turkey and ground beef to the skillet, breaking them up as they cook. Stir in the harissa paste, cumin, cinnamon, garlic, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking for about 6–8 minutes, or until browned with no pink remaining.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini and lemon juice. Add water a little at a time until the sauce reaches a pourable consistency. Season with a pinch of salt.
  • To assemble, divide the fresh spinach among four bowls or meal-prep containers. Top each portion with roasted vegetables and the harissa-spiced meat mixture.
  • Drizzle the tahini-lemon sauce over everything. Garnish with chopped almonds or pumpkin seeds if desired.

Notes

  1. Adjust harissa amount for more or less heat.
  2. Store bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. If meal prepping, keep the sauce separate and add it just before serving.
  3. Estimated nutrition per serving
    • around 500–600 calories
    • ~40–45 g protein.
    • Net Carbs: ~11.74g
    • Fiber: ~5.28g
    • Fat: ~33.05g
Keyword Diabetes-friendly, low-carb