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Herb Butter Turkey Bowls with Cranberry Relish offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making them a perfect dish for any occasion. With a rich herb-infused butter, savory ground turkey, and a vibrant cranberry relish, these bowls are not only visually appealing but also bursting with seasonal flavors. This article will guide you through the preparation of this delicious recipe while exploring its ingredients, nutritional benefits, and serving suggestions.

Herb Butter Turkey Bowls with Cranberry Relish

Delicious turkey bowls topped with herb butter and cranberry relish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons fresh sage
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 zest lemon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 0.5 cup sugar
  • 0.5 cup orange juice
  • 1 zest orange
  • 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.25 cup walnuts
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • to taste sliced green onions
  • to taste extra cranberry relish

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Herb Butter: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, rosemary, sage, thyme, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated. Transfer the herb butter onto a piece of parchment paper, shape it into a log, and wrap it tightly. Refrigerate or freeze until firm.
  • Cook the Turkey: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through (around 8-10 minutes). Remove from heat and mix in a couple of tablespoons of the herb butter (to taste).
  • Make the Cranberry Relish: In a small saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer, stirring occasionally until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens (about 10-12 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in walnuts if using. Let it cool down slightly.
  • Assemble Your Bowls: Start with a base of cooked brown rice or quinoa in each bowl. Top with a handful of mixed greens. Add a generous portion of the turkey mixture, then a spoonful of cranberry relish on top. Finish with sliced green onions and a drizzle of melted herb butter if desired.
  • Serve and Enjoy: These bowls are perfect warm and can be garnished with more cranberries or fresh herbs for an extra touch. Enjoy your Herb Butter Turkey Bowls with Cranberry Relish!

Notes

Adjust sugar in cranberry relish based on tartness preference.
Keyword bowl meals, cranberry relish, herb butter, turkey