Healthy Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir-Fry – Easy Meal Prep Recipe
This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir-Fry is a quick, healthy, and budget-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Made with lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki sauce, it’s high in protein, low in calories, and gluten-free. This flavorful stir-fry is easy to customize and comes together in just 25 minutes. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete, satisfying meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry:
✅ Ground Turkey – 1 lb (lean, 93% preferred)
✅ Olive Oil – 1 tablespoon
✅ Onion (Diced) – 1 small
✅ Garlic (Minced) – 2 cloves
✅ Bell Peppers (Sliced) – 1 cup (any color)
✅ Broccoli Florets – 1 cup
✅ Carrots (Julienned or Sliced) – 1 cup
✅ Salt – ½ teaspoon
✅ Black Pepper – ¼ teaspoon
✅ Sesame Seeds – 1 teaspoon (for garnish, optional)
✅ Green Onions (Chopped) – 2 tablespoons (for garnish)
For the Homemade Teriyaki Sauce:
✅ Low-Sodium Soy Sauce – ¼ cup (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
✅ Honey – 2 tablespoons (or maple syrup)
✅ Rice Vinegar – 1 tablespoon
✅ Sesame Oil – 1 teaspoon
✅ Ground Ginger – ½ teaspoon
✅ Garlic Powder – ½ teaspoon
✅ Cornstarch – 1 tablespoon (or arrowroot powder)
✅ Water – ¼ cup
Kitchen Equipment Needed:
- Large skillet or wok
- Cutting board & knife
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Small bowl (for sauce mixing)
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Instructions
🔸 In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ground ginger, and garlic powder.
🔸 In a separate small cup, mix cornstarch with ¼ cup water until dissolved, then add it to the sauce mixture. Stir well and set aside.
🔸 Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
🔸 Add the ground turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
🔸 Season with salt and black pepper. Once fully cooked, remove from the pan and set aside.
🔸 In the same pan, add the onions, bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli.
🔸 Stir-fry for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
🔸 Return the cooked ground turkey to the skillet.
🔸 Pour in the teriyaki sauce, stirring well to coat everything.
🔸 Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
🔸 Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
🔸 Serve hot over rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use Fresh or Frozen Veggies: Fresh is best, but frozen can work with extra cooking time.
- Make It Spicy: Add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
- Thicken Sauce Properly: Mix cornstarch with water before adding to prevent lumps.
- Adjust Sweetness: Reduce honey if you prefer a more savory teriyaki sauce.