Do you feel the sun on your face? We sure do!
It’s like all the winter blues have just melted away, leaving space for spring’s abundance of joy and energy—so what better way to celebrate the season’s arrival than a roundup of healthy, quick, and easy turkey recipes!
For all of March we’re focusing on Nutritional Awareness & Balanced Living, meaning every recipe in this blog has all the major macro nutrients listed. When it comes to calories, we want to nourish your body with the best lean proteins, healthy fats, and energizing carbs. But don’t be hard on yourself if you’re craving a sweet treat with the sunshine! A balanced life is about moderation, so don’t deny your favourite springtime snacks as long as you remember to prioritize healthy, delicious turkey recipes as well.
And if you’ve been following along with us throughout our #HealthyStartsHere campaign, you’re very familiar with the 21/90 day rule: that it takes twenty-one days to build a habit and a full ninety to turn that habit into a lifestyle. We’re so proud of all the work you’ve done to reach your New Years resolutions, and can’t wait to continue on your journey throughout the rest of 2025!
It’s always time to #ThinkTurkey
1. Turkey, Quinoa & Massaged Kale Salad with Honey Dijon Vinagrette
When it comes to a powerhouse salad that will leave you feeling refreshed and energized this spring, you can’t go wrong with the protein combo of turkey and quinoa. You can even add extra flavour by using turkey broth to cook the grains.
When it comes to nutrition, this dish is loaded with excellent macros:
Nutritional Information (Per serving)
Calories: 352 | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 15 g | Carbohydrates: 29 g | Sodium: 341 mg
2. Thai Turkey Spring Rolls
With delicious sliced turkey breast and lots of fresh veggies, these spring rolls are sure to bring a touch of spring to your tastebuds. Thanks to the rice paper wrap and vermicelli, you don’t feel heavy after a simple, delicious lunch or snack. They’re also super low in fat and full of healthy carbs.
Nutritional Information (Per serving)
Calories: 285 | Protein: 13 g | Fat: 3 g | Carbohydrates: 52 g | Sodium: 332 mg
3. Turkey Buddha Bowl
This is a great recipe to use when you’ve got leftover turkey meat from another meal, or just thaw out any from your freezer. Thanks to a combo of chickpeas, sweet potato, and avocado, this is a powerhouse when it comes to healthy fats and fibre.
This is a super easy dish to whip up on a hectic day thanks to it only taking 15 minutes to prep. You can even make the dressing, kale, sweet potatoes, and chickpeas up to 3 days ahead in other weeknight meals.
Nutritional Information (Per serving)
Calories: 490 | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 33 g | Carbohydrates: 46 g | Sodium: 550 mg
4. Grilled Turkey Panini
No panini press? Don’t worry, you can easily still get that tasty crunch by wrapping your sandwich in foil and baking it at 400℉ in the oven for 15 minutes or at least until the cheese is melted and the sandwich is heated all the way through.
And if you’ve made turkey pasta earlier in the week, save just those last few spoonfuls to add a touch of flavour to this sandwich!
Nutritional Information (Per serving)
Calories: 367 | Protein: 17 g | Fat: 20 g | Carbohydrates: 32 g | Sodium: 515mg
5. Mojo Marinated BBQ Turkey Breast
Thanks to that spring sunshine you might just be itching to break out your barbecue—so we’ve got a delicious turkey breast recipe you need to try out! With a combination of orange and lime juice, this marinade is a touch savoury thanks to the spices, but at its heart it’s citrusy and refreshing.
Pair it with a salad or other seasonal favourites and you’ve got a great weekend meal that’s as delicious as it is nutritious!
Nutritional Information (Per serving)
Calories: 332 | Protein: 67 g | Fat: 7 g | Carbohydrates: 1 g | Sodium: 252 mg
However you’re celebrating spring’s arrival, we hope you enjoy these quick and healthy turkey recipes. Part of balanced living is giving yourself the time and space to enjoy the outdoors, and when you’re energized with lean protein turkey, you have the motivation to soak up that sunshine!
And supporting local BC turkey farmers while you’re at it? Icing on the cake.