Tomato Basil Wild Turkey Rice Stir-fry
A quick, no-fuss wild game dish that tosses grilled turkey breast, tender-crisp vegetables, and jasmine rice with a rich tomato basil sauce, served cold like a hearty salad bowl.
Ingredients
- 1 turkey breast, grilled and sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 cup jasmine rice, cooked and seasoned to taste
- 1 cup Keto Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce (Yo Mama’s Foods)
- Optional: 1 red pepper, thinly sliced
- Optional: ½ onion, minced
- Optional: 1 carrot, julienned
- Optional: sesame seeds, for garnish
- Optional: green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Blanch the broccoli florets and carrots (if using) by lightly steaming them, then plunging into ice water until tender-crisp.
- In a bowl or skillet, combine the sliced turkey, minced garlic, and Keto Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce.
- Stir the sauce in well, adjusting the amount to taste.
- Add any optional ingredients (red pepper, onion, carrot) to taste and mix through.
- Serve cold in a salad bowl with the rice and all ingredients arranged alongside each other, topped with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
Cook’s Notes
Since the turkey is pre-grilled, this comes together fast—just focus on not overcooking the blanched vegetables so they stay crisp. Taste the sauce mixture as you go since the amount of tomato basil sauce is flexible.
Ingredient Swaps
No wild turkey on hand? Grilled chicken breast works well as a substitute, and any cooked rice (white, brown, or even quinoa) can stand in for jasmine rice. Any good-quality tomato basil pasta sauce can replace the specific brand called for.
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled in a large salad bowl with the rice, turkey, and vegetables arranged side by side rather than fully mixed, then scatter sesame seeds and green onions on top for crunch and color.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Since it’s served cold, no reheating is necessary—just give it a quick stir before serving again.
Common Questions
Can this be served warm instead of cold?
Yes, though it’s designed as a cold salad-style dish, you can warm the turkey and rice mixture in a skillet if you prefer it hot.
What can I use instead of Keto Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce?
Any tomato basil marinara or pasta sauce will work fine, keto or not, depending on your dietary preferences.
Do I need to grill the turkey myself?
The recipe assumes pre-grilled turkey breast, so you can use leftovers or grill a fresh breast and slice it before assembling.