Grounding Protein Bowl with Greens, Yams & Honey Drizzle
This vibrant, protein-packed bowl is a staple in my kitchen—equal parts cozy, nourishing, and hormone-supportive. I combine lean ground turkey with 100% grass-fed beef, seasoned with a homemade taco spice blend that brings warmth and depth without any of the additives. You’re welcome to use a clean, pre-made blend, or follow my recipe using chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and herbs for a bold, flavorful base. I love mixing turkey and grass-fed beef for the protein variety—turkey offers lean, high-quality protein, while grass-fed beef adds a healthy dose of B vitamins, zinc, and iron, all crucial for hormone production and energy support. You can totally modify and choose just one protein too!
For the starch, I use Japanese yams—cubed small and roasted until golden with oil, salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powder. These naturally sweet, grounding carbs are perfect for the luteal phase of your cycle, helping to support progesterone production and stabilize blood sugar. Combined with the beef and turkey, this meal is especially great for the second half of your cycle, when the body craves more complex carbs and warming foods.
Everything is served over a bed of fresh arugula and seasonal greens from my local farmer’s market, with spicy microgreens for a nutrient-dense kick. Arugula, being a bitter green, supports digestion and liver detox—key for healthy hormone metabolism. Microgreens are rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients, and a small handful goes a long way. I finish the bowl with creamy avocado for healthy fats and a light drizzle of raw honey for a touch of sweetness and added mineral support. It’s simple, blood sugar-friendly, and deeply nourishing—perfect for everyday hormone balance.
Grounding Protein Bowl with Greens, Yams & Honey Drizzle
*NOTE: You can use both turkey and beef like me, or opt for one type of protein. If modifying, choose 2 lbs of either 100% grass-fed and finished meat (like beef or bison) or 2 lbs of ground turkey.
Servings:
Makes 4 bowls. Protein yields up to 8 servings—perfect for doubling bowls or saving leftovers.
Ingredients:
- Protein (8 servings total):
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 lb 100% grass-fed ground beef
OR 2 lbs of one meat of choice (e.g., grass-fed beef, bison, or turkey) - Roasted Yams (4 servings):
• 3 small Japanese yams, cubed
• Avocado oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder (to taste) - Additions Per Bowl (multiply x4 for full batch):
• 1.5 cups arugula
• 1 cup seasonal lettuce or greens
• 1 handful spicy microgreens
• 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced
• Drizzle of raw honey
Homemade Taco Seasoning (for 2 lb of meat):
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp oregano
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss cubed yams with avocado oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for ~30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and fork-tender.
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of avocado oil over medium heat. Brown the ground meats together. Add taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer 5–10 minutes, stirring until well coated and fully cooked.
- Assemble each bowl with 1.5 cups arugula, 1 cup seasonal greens, and a handful of microgreens. Top with 1/2 an avocado (topped with flaky salt & red crushed pepper), 1 serving (about 4 oz) of taco meat, and a scoop of roasted yams.
- Finish with a light drizzle of raw honey for a touch of sweetness and hormonal support. Enjoy warm!