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Staying Whole30 compliant while meal prepping usually means checking every label for hidden sugar, which is exactly why this recipe builds flavor from lemon zest, cracked pepper, and garlic instead of any bottled sauce. Ground turkey cooks quickly, and cauliflower rice keeps the whole box grain-free without needing a substitution note.
Prep Time
15 min
Per serving
300kcal
Calories
28g
Protein
10g
Cook Time
20 min
Servings
4 people
Difficulty
easy
Carbs
17g
Fat
4g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
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Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, until softened.
Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook for 6-7 minutes, until no longer pink.
Stir in the minced garlic, lemon zest, black pepper, and salt, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the lemon juice and cook for another minute, then remove from the heat.
In a separate skillet, heat the remaining olive oil and saute the cauliflower rice for 4-5 minutes, until tender.
Steam or roast the asparagus for 5-6 minutes, until just tender.
Divide the cauliflower rice, lemon pepper turkey, and asparagus evenly among meal-prep containers.
Garnish with fresh parsley before sealing.
Zest Before You Juice: Zest the lemon first, then juice it - it's much easier to zest a whole lemon than one that's already been squeezed. Use Coarsely Cracked Black Pepper: A generous amount of coarsely cracked pepper, rather than fine ground, gives this dish its signature 'lemon pepper' bite and texture. Check Labels on Anything Store-Bought: If adding any pre-made sauces or seasoning blends, double-check the ingredient list for hidden sugar or non-compliant additives to keep the dish genuinely Whole30-friendly.
Stored in airtight containers, they stay fresh for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
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