Spicy Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowls with Eggs, Avocado, and Feta Recipe
This flavorful and nutritious Breakfast Bowl features savory turkey sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and a vibrant bell pepper pico de gallo topped with creamy avocado and tangy feta cheese. It’s a wholesome, protein-packed meal perfect for a hearty morning start, combining simple ingredients with an easy cooking process that uses broiling and stovetop techniques.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Broiling and Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Sausage and Eggs
- 16 oz. turkey breakfast sausage
- Cooking spray (avocado oil or olive oil cooking spray)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
- 8 large eggs, whisked
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Bell Pepper Pico
- 1/2 large red bell pepper
- 1/2 small red onion, halved or quartered
- 8 oz. tomato, diced
- 1 Tbsp lime juice (or lemon juice)
- 3 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley)
- Salt, to taste
Toppings
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Bell Pepper Pico: Move the oven rack near the top third position and preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with foil. Place the red bell pepper skin side up and the onion pieces on the baking sheet. Broil, watching closely, until the pepper is charred and the onions are browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the pepper earlier if it chars faster than the onions. Let cool slightly, then chop. Combine the chopped pepper, onions, diced tomato, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt and toss well. Set aside.
- Whisk Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until well blended. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Set aside.
- Cook Sausage: Spray a 12-inch non-stick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add turkey breakfast sausage in chunks, breaking it up occasionally as it cooks through. Drain off any released liquid or fat. Season with paprika and cayenne pepper, tossing to coat evenly. Transfer cooked sausage to a bowl and cover with foil to keep warm.
- Scramble Eggs: Spray the same skillet again with cooking spray and reduce heat to medium-low. Pour in the whisked eggs and gently scrape and fold the eggs from the bottom with a silicone spatula. Continue until eggs are just set but still moist. Remove from heat.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked sausage, scrambled eggs, and bell pepper pico evenly among four bowls. Arrange avocado slices in the center of each bowl and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese. Garnish with extra cilantro or parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
- Optional Serving Suggestions: Serve the breakfast bowls with whole grain toast or warm tortillas for a complete meal.
Notes
- Omitting the cayenne pepper will reduce spice for a milder flavor.
- Use fresh cilantro or parsley based on preference for garnish and pico.
- Cooking spray can be avocado or olive oil for a healthy fat option.
- Monitor broiling closely to avoid burning the bell pepper and onions.
- Whole grain toast or tortillas are optional but add extra fiber and carbs for energy.
