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High-Protein Ground Turkey Recipes to Make for Dinner Tonight

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By Shannon Bauer January 17, 2017
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High-Protein Ground Turkey Recipes to Make for Dinner Tonight
With 27 grams of protein per 100 grams of meat (beef has 14 grams), these ground turkey recipes are about to become your new dinner staples.
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Spinach Feta Turkey Burgers

Spinach Feta Turkey Burgers
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These burgers can be made inside, year-round, on a griddle pan. The oats help to lower cholesterol, and the feta adds a delicious Greek twist to the burger.

Get the recipe: Spinach Feta Turkey Burgers

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Chinese Five-Spice Ground Turkey Zucchini Noodles

Chinese Five-Spice Ground Turkey Zucchini Noodles
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Put your spiralizer to work and whip up this recipe in 30 minutes. Chinese five-spice powder can be bought mixed and is a blend of star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, and fennel. (Check out these 5 Spiralizer Recipes Healthier Than Pasta)

Get the recipe: Chinese Five-Spice Ground Turkey Zucchini Noodles

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Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Spaghetti Squash Casserole
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Spaghetti squash is a great low-carb option instead of pasta but the mozzarella gives it the cheesy, bubbly topping you love. Make ahead of time and freeze for an easy future meal.

Get the recipe: Spaghetti Squash Casserole

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Stuffed Green Chili Meatballs in Tomatillo Sauce

Stuffed Green Chili Meatballs in Tomatillo Sauce
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The green chilies, tomatillo sauce, and cumin give a spicy kick, and using oats instead of breadcrumbs makes the recipe gluten-free.

Get the recipe: Stuffed Green Chili Meatballs in Tomatillo Sauce

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One-Pot Turkey Skillet

One-Pot Turkey Skillet
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There are fewer dishes to be done with this recipe: It all gets cooked in one pan. It's quick and easy to throw together, but with 30 grams of protein per serving it's guaranteed to keep you full.
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Thai Turkey Brown Rice Lettuce Wraps

Thai Turkey Brown Rice Lettuce Wraps
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The secret to lettuce wraps is plenty of flavorful filling. This version uses ground turkey, brown rice, and peanuts in a Thai-inspired sauce with ginger, garlic, and red chili.

Get the recipe: Thai Turkey Brown Rice Lettuce Wraps

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Greek Turkey Meatball Gyro with Tzatziki

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Swap in ground turkey for lamb in this gyro recipe. The homemade tzatziki with Greek yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, and dill takes the wrap to the next level.

Get the recipe: Greek Turkey Meatball Gyro with Tzatziki

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3-Ingredient Breakfast Skillet

3-Ingredient Breakfast Skillet
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Using prepared salsa in this ground turkey recipe cuts down on prep time. Mix with the browned meat, crack eggs on top, and cover to finish cooking.

Get the recipe: 3-Ingredient Breakfast Skillet

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Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers

Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers
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Wild rice gives these stuffed peppers a nuttier flavor with fewer calories and carbs than brown rice. This recipe would be a perfect addition to your #MealPrepMonday rotation.

Get the recipe: Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers

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Turkey, Kale, and Rice Soup

Turkey, Kale, and Rice Soup
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This soup is easy to throw together, even on busy weeknights. The ground turkey and brown rice make it a filling meal, while the oregano, parsley, and Parmesan cheese gives it an Italian flair.

Get the recipe: Turkey, Kale, and Rice Soup

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    1 of 10 Spinach Feta Turkey Burgers
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