Follow these simple steps to create a delicious and satisfying Cauliflower Rice Turkey Bowl. This process is designed to be straightforward, ensuring even novice cooks can achieve fantastic results.

1. Prepare Your Mise en Place: Begin by chopping your onion and bell peppers. Mince the garlic. If you’re making cauliflower rice from scratch, process your cauliflower florets in a food processor until they resemble rice grains. Having all your ingredients prepped and ready will make the cooking process smooth and enjoyable.
2. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat the olive oil (or avocado oil) in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chopped yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 4-5 minutes, or until it begins to soften and become translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. Brown the Ground Turkey: Add the lean ground turkey to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook, stirring frequently, until it’s no longer pink and is nicely browned. This usually takes about 7-10 minutes. Drain off any excess fat if necessary, especially if you’re not using very lean turkey.
4. Incorporate  Vegetables and Spices: Add the chopped red and green bell peppers (or zucchini) to the skillet with the cooked turkey. Stir well to combine. Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season generously with sea salt and black pepper. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers begin to soften.
5. Build the Sauce: Stir in the diced tomatoes (undrained) and tomato paste. Mix thoroughly to ensure the tomato paste is well incorporated. Pour in the chicken broth (or vegetable broth). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. This simmering time is crucial for developing a rich, cohesive sauce.
6. Cook the Cauliflower Rice: While the turkey mixture is simmering, prepare your cauliflower rice.
   • If using fresh cauliflower rice: You can either sauté it in a separate skillet with a teaspoon of olive oil for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp, or steam it.
   • If using frozen cauliflower rice: Cook according to package directions. Typically, this involves microwaving or pan-frying until heated through.
   • For an integrated approach (optional): If your skillet is large enough, you can push the turkey mixture to one side and add the cauliflower rice to the other side of the pan during the last 5-7 minutes of the turkey simmering time. This allows it to steam and absorb some of the flavors. Alternatively, stir it directly into the turkey mixture if you prefer a more combined texture.
7. Season the Cauliflower Rice: Once the cauliflower rice is cooked to your liking (tender-crisp is ideal), season it. Drizzle with the soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos) and the optional sesame oil. Toss gently to combine and ensure it’s evenly coated. Taste and add a pinch more salt or soy sauce if needed.
8. Assemble the Bowls: To serve, divide the seasoned cauliflower rice among individual bowls. Spoon the savory ground turkey and vegetable mixture generously over the cauliflower rice.
9. Garnish and Serve: Garnish your Cauliflower Rice Turkey Bowls with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley for a burst of freshness and color. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra zesty kick, if desired.