Whole30 Steamed Turkey

Elevate your clean eating game with this Whole30 Steamed Turkey recipe—a simple yet flavorful dish that’s both healthy and satisfying. Made with lean ground turkey, aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and a splash of coconut aminos, these tender, protein-packed meatballs are gently steamed to perfection for a light and nourishing meal. The steaming technique locks in moisture and enhances the delicate flavors without adding extra oils, making it perfect for Whole30 compliance. Garnished with a touch of sesame oil (optional) and fresh green onions, these meatballs pair beautifully with steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short cook time, this easy dish brings wholesome comfort to your table in no time. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground turkey
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 inch Fresh ginger
• 2 tbsp Coconut aminos
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Sesame oil (optional, for garnish - Whole30 compliant)
• 2 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Grate the ginger using a fine grater or microplane.

Step 3

Slice the green onions thinly, separating the white and green parts.

Step 4

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, minced garlic, grated ginger, white parts of the green onions, coconut aminos, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 5

Form the turkey mixture into small meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. You should end up with 12-14 meatballs.

Step 6

In a large steamer pot, add 2 cups of water and bring it to a gentle boil.

Step 7

Line the steaming basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking, ensuring that steam can still circulate through the sides. Alternatively, lightly grease the basket with a compliant oil.

Step 8

Place the meatballs in the steaming basket, leaving a small amount of space between each one. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the basket.

Step 9

Cover the pot and steam the meatballs over medium heat for about 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.

Step 10

Remove the meatballs from the steamer and transfer them to a serving plate.

Step 11

Drizzle a small amount of sesame oil over the meatballs (optional) and garnish with the green parts of the green onions.

Step 12

Serve hot with a side of steamed vegetables, cauliflower rice, or any other Whole30-compliant accompaniment. Enjoy your clean and nutritious Whole30 meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1016.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	726.4

Total Fat 34.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 322.0mg	0%
Sodium 2063.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 86.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 65.5mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 159.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.3%

Protein: 48.9%

Carbs: 6.9%