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Savory Turkey, Veggie and Millet Grits Bowl

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I am always looking for new grains and cereals to try even though on my MS-supportive diet, my options are often limited. I found millet grits at our local market and was instantly inspired to create a meal like no other, pairing different foods together. Just like that, the Savory Turkey Grits bowl was born!

Further Food Commentary:

Having a restricted diet that removes many grains can be challenging, but finding friendly alternatives, like Julie did with millet is key. Millet is an ancient seed from Africa and northern China. This gluten-free grain is a wonderful source of calcium, copper, manganese, phosphorus, and magnesium as well as iron, potassium, B vitamins and antioxidants.. Enterolactone, a lignan produced when gut bacteria consume the undigested fiber from millet is thought to be potent in fighting off breast cancer and heart disease.

For those with thyroid issues, make sure you consume millet in moderation, as it has goitergenic properties that interfere with thyroid hormone conversion.

Herbs like oregano and thyme tend to be overlooked, but in addition to enhancing the flavor of this dish, they are packed with healing phytochemicals. Oregano is a derivative of the mint family and its antiseptic properties were historically used to treat respiratory and stomach ailments. Thyme also has antiseptic properties due to the compound thymol (an ingredient in Listerine!) and was historically used for its antibiotic and anti-fungal properties.

By Megan Fahey, MS, Nutritionist
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Savory Turkey, Veggie and Millet Grits Bowl

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  • Prep Time:5 mins
  • Cook Time:20 mins
  • Servings: 4

Ingredients

½ cup of millet grits

1 ½ cup water (or stock)

2 cloves garlic

1 tablespoon coconut oil

1 medium zucchini squash (sliced, half moon)

½ onion (chopped)

1 pound of turkey (ground)

1 tablespoon of butter

½ teaspoon oregano

½ teaspoon thyme

½ teaspoon ginger

salt and pepper to taste

 

Instructions

  1. In a medium sauce pan, add grits and water, bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer until water is absorbed.
  2. Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium heat, and add coconut oil and garlic.
  3. Add zucchini, onion and carrot  and cook till lightly browned.
  4. Add the ground turkey and  butter to the skillet and cook until  browned.
  5. Stir in all spices.
  6. Reduce heat and cover to let the ingredients blend, about 5 minutes.
  7. Add grits to skillet with turkey and vegetable mixture and stir together. Serve in individual bowls and garnish with cilantro or parsley if you like.
In a medium sauce pan, add grits and water, bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer until water is absorbed. Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium heat, and add coconut oil and garlic. Add zucchini, onion and carrot  and cook till lightly browned. Add the ground turkey and  butter to the skillet and cook until  browned. Stir in all spices. Reduce heat and cover to let the ingredients blend, about 5 minutes. Add grits to skillet with turkey and vegetable mixture and stir together. Serve in individual bowls and garnish with cilantro or parsley if you like.

Nutrition Information

Per Serving:  Calories: 289 ; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 7g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 94mg; Sodium: 104mg; Potassium: 442mg; Carbohydrate: 7g; Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 35g

Nutrition Bonus:   Iron: 14%

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2 thoughts on “Savory Turkey, Veggie and Millet Grits Bowl”

  1. Diana

    This was my first time trying millet but I’m looking for new gluten free grains so thought I would try it. I LOVED it – it’s similar to corn meal but softer in texture – more like a rice.
    I spiced up my version of this dish by adding some curry powder, coriander, cayenne, and TURMERIC- my wonder spice!
    Other than that, love the recipe!

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  2. Renee

    This dish was simply delectable. I’m a big fan of one-pot meals, and this one was definitely a show stopper. Great way to use millet, which is an under-used grain. The turkey lends this dish a hearty quality and the vegetables brighten it up. I modified this recipe by adding in more vegetables, including wilted spinach, broccoli and red bell pepper. Try this one out for your next dinner party, or an easy weeknight meal!

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