Ranch Turkey Veggie Egg Roll Bowls (Printable)

Lean ground turkey with cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper in a savory ranch-soy glaze, topped with crispy wonton strips.

# What you need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound 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 ounce ranch seasoning mix
07 - 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil

→ Toppings

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

# How to make it:

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 ranch seasoning mix and black pepper into the skillet; stir well to coat.
05 - Add cabbage, carrots, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
06 - Pour in soy sauce and rice vinegar. Mix thoroughly and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
07 - Remove from heat and stir in green onions.
08 - Divide mixture among serving bowls. Top with crispy wonton strips, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It delivers all that egg roll satisfaction in 35 minutes without heating oil to dangerous temperatures or wrestling with rice paper.
  • You get real, satisfying protein and vegetables in one bowl that actually tastes like comfort food, not a lecture about eating better.
02 -
  • Don't crowd the pan when browning the turkey or you'll steam it instead of getting that golden color—work in batches if you have to, and your dish will actually taste better for the patience.
  • Add those vegetables when your heat is still properly high, because a timid flame means soggy cabbage, and soggy cabbage is where this dish loses its entire personality.
03 -
  • If your ranch mix tastes dusty or chemical, you've found the wrong brand—switch to one that has actual ingredients you recognize, and the whole bowl tastes more alive.
  • Taste the mixture before it goes into bowls and don't be shy about adjusting seasoning; this is your kitchen, and bold flavors are the entire point.
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