Who Doesn’t Love Lumpia?! So let’s make it macro friendly!

If you love lumpia but want something a little easier (and a bit lighter) to make on repeat, let me introduce you to the Deconstructed Lumpia Bowl. This bowl takes all the classic flavors of lumpia, savory, garlicky, and just the right touch of sweetness—and turns them into a satisfying, protein-packed meal prep option.

It’s Filipino comfort food with a macro-friendly twist. And the best part? No rolling required.

What is Lumpia?

Lumpia is a Filipino favorite; crispy, golden spring rolls usually filled with seasoned meat and veggies, perfect for dipping in sweet chili sauce. This bowl is my take on those same flavors, but served in a deconstructed, meal-prep-friendly way. All the flavor, none of the fuss.

Ingredients For Bowl (Makes 5 servings):

775g lean ground turkey (about 155g per serving)
65g shredded green cabbage (13g per bowl)
130g shredded carrots (26g per bowl)
75g low-sodium soy sauce (15g per bowl)
Red onion (as much as you would like)
Minced garlic (as much as your heart desires)
30g G Hughes Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce (per bowl)
Green onion (for garnish)
Rice or lettuce (your base—pick your fave!)

For this meal prep, I used a mix of brown and wild rice to sneak in some extra fiber—but if I'm being real, my heart belongs to white rice.

Instructions:

Sauté the garlic
Start with a bit of oil in a large skillet and sauté your minced garlic until golden and fragrant.
Brown the ground turkey
Add the turkey to the pan with most of the soy sauce (about ¾ of the total amount), black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook until fully browned and flavorful.
Remove and set aside
Once the turkey is done, remove it from the pan and set aside.
Cook the veggies
In the same pan, toss in your shredded cabbage, carrots, and a few thin slices of red onion (optional). Add the remaining soy sauce and cook until the veggies soften.
Bring it all together
Add the cooked turkey back into the pan and mix everything together.
Build your bowls
- If you're using rice, add it to the bottom of each meal prep container.
- If you prefer a lighter option, lay down some crisp lettuce leaves.
- Top with your turkey and veggie mix.
Finish strong
Drizzle with 30g of G Hughes Sweet Chili Sauce, sprinkle with green onion, and you’ve got a flavorful bowl that hits every craving.

If you are counting macros, make sure to use a food scale + your favorite calorie-counting app.

Macros (Per Bowl) - with the brown and wild rice

Calories: 478
Protein: 37g
Carbs: 44g
Fat: 14g

These deconstructed lumpia bowls are perfect for meal prep or quick dinners. They’re simple, full of flavor, and give you that comforting taste of lumpia with a high-protein twist. Pair with brown and wild rice for a fiber boost or go with white rice if that’s more your vibe, no judgment here.

If you try this recipe, tag me @shameikalhsmith—I’d love to see your take!