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Healthy Recipes using Cured Turkey Short Ribs

Cured Turkey Short Ribs with Quinoa Salad

Tender cured turkey short ribs served over a bed of protein-packed quinoa salad, featuring fresh vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs cured turkey short ribs
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the turkey short ribs with salt and pepper and place them in a baking dish.
  2. Cover with foil and bake for 2.5 hours until tender.
  3. Meanwhile, cook quinoa in water according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and let cool.
  4. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then pour over the salad and toss well.
  5. Serve the turkey short ribs over the quinoa salad.

Spicy Cured Turkey Short Ribs Tacos

Flavorful cured turkey short ribs shredded and served in whole wheat tortillas with a refreshing slaw and avocado.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb cured turkey short ribs
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 8 whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup cabbage, shredded
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
  1. In a slow cooker, combine cured turkey short ribs, chili powder, and cumin. Cook on low for 6-8 hours until tender.
  2. Remove the meat and shred it with forks. Return to the slow cooker to keep warm.
  3. In a bowl, mix shredded cabbage, grated carrot, and cilantro. Warm the tortillas in a skillet.
  4. Assemble the tacos by adding shredded turkey, slaw, and avocado slices to each tortilla.
  5. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Cured Turkey Short Ribs with Cauliflower Mash

Rich and savory cured turkey short ribs paired with creamy cauliflower mash for a healthy twist on comfort food.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs cured turkey short ribs
  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chives for garnish
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the turkey short ribs with salt and pepper and bake covered for 2.5 hours.
  2. While the ribs are cooking, steam the cauliflower until tender, then blend with Greek yogurt, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Once the ribs are done, serve them over the cauliflower mash and garnish with chopped chives.

Cured Turkey Short Ribs with Sweet Potato Wedges

Crispy sweet potato wedges served alongside succulent cured turkey short ribs for a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs cured turkey short ribs
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into wedges
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the turkey short ribs and bake covered for 2.5 hours.
  2. Toss sweet potato wedges with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper, and spread them on a baking sheet.
  3. Bake sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes until crispy, flipping halfway through.
  4. Serve the turkey short ribs with sweet potato wedges and garnish with fresh herbs.

Cured Turkey Short Ribs with Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Savory cured turkey short ribs served with caramelized Brussels sprouts for a delicious and healthy side dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs cured turkey short ribs
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the turkey short ribs and bake covered for 2.5 hours.
  2. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast Brussels sprouts for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, drizzling with balsamic vinegar in the last 5 minutes.
  4. Serve the turkey short ribs with roasted Brussels sprouts.

Cured Turkey Short Ribs with Spinach and Feta Stuffed Peppers

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a mixture of cured turkey short ribs, spinach, and feta cheese for a nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs cured turkey short ribs, shredded
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup quinoa, cooked
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix shredded turkey, spinach, feta, quinoa, salt, and pepper.
  2. Stuff each bell pepper half with the turkey mixture and place in a baking dish.
  3. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until peppers are tender.
  4. Serve warm.

Cured Turkey Short Ribs with Zucchini Noodles

Light and healthy zucchini noodles topped with savory cured turkey short ribs and a homemade tomato sauce.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs cured turkey short ribs
  • 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized
  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the turkey short ribs and bake covered for 2.5 hours.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent. Add crushed tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. In a separate pan, sauté zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
  4. Serve the turkey short ribs over zucchini noodles and top with the tomato sauce.

Cured Turkey Short Ribs with Mango Salsa

Juicy cured turkey short ribs topped with a refreshing mango salsa for a burst of flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs cured turkey short ribs
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the turkey short ribs and bake covered for 2.5 hours.
  2. In a bowl, combine mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to create the salsa.
  3. Serve the turkey short ribs topped with mango salsa.

Cured Turkey Short Ribs with Garlic Green Beans

Savory cured turkey short ribs paired with sautéed garlic green beans for a simple yet elegant side dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs cured turkey short ribs
  • 1 lb green beans, trimmed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the turkey short ribs and bake covered for 2.5 hours.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add green beans and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Serve the turkey short ribs with garlic green beans on the side.