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High Protein Breakfast Bowl

A nutritious breakfast bowl packed with protein from ground turkey and eggs, perfect for busy mornings with customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil – divided
  • 1/2 lb ground turkey
  • 1.5 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • Salt and pepper – to taste
  • 3-4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup cottage cheese – 2%-4%
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup shredded potatoes like Simply Potatoes
Optional Toppings
  • chopped fresh herbs like chives or parsley
  • avocado
  • Mexican shredded cheese
  • chopped tomatoes or salsa

Method
 

Cooking the Turkey
  1. Heat a skillet to medium heat on the stovetop with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil.
  2. Add the ground turkey and break it up in the pan using a wooden spoon or spatula.
  3. Season the meat with taco seasoning and cook until it is no longer pink.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Cooking the Eggs
  1. In a medium bowl, crack the eggs, add the cottage cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Whisk the eggs until fully combined.
  3. Heat a skillet to medium-low heat on the stovetop with 1 pat of butter to coat the pan.
  4. Add the eggs to the pan and fold and cook until fluffy. Remove and set aside.
Cooking the Potatoes
  1. Wipe out the pan used for the meat and heat it again to medium heat with the remaining olive oil.
  2. Place the shredded potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. Add the potatoes to the hot pan, season with salt and pepper, and press them down.
  4. Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden, then break them up and flip to cook evenly.
Serving
  1. Divide the eggs, turkey, and potatoes between two bowls.
  2. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Notes

For added nutrition, use sweet potatoes instead of regular shredded potatoes. You can meal prep the ground turkey and potatoes ahead of time.