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Turkey Taco Quinoa Skillet
Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN
This turkey taco quinoa skillet is an easy, delicious weeknight meal that comes together quickly. Made with cheese, quinoa, ground turkey, black beans, veggies, this cheesy taco skillet will be a new favorite!
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Prep Time
10
minutes
mins
Cook Time
12
minutes
mins
Total Time
22
minutes
mins
Ingredients
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1
cup
quinoa, cooked
½
yellow onion, diced
2
Tbsp
olive oil
1
pound
lean ground turkey
2
tsp
taco seasoning
1
clove
fresh garlic, minced
1
15 oz
can black beans, drained and rinsed
½
14.5 oz can fire roasted tomatoes (canned)
4
oz
corn kernels
3/4
cup
shredded cheese
Crumbled tortilla chips
½
cup
salsa, for topping
optional
Avocado, optional
cilantro, for topping
optional
Instructions
In a small pot, combine quinoa with liquid and cook according to directions.
While quinoa is cooking, dice your onion. Add diced onion, ground turkey, taco seasoning and garlic to non stick skillet, cooking over medium heat.
Add in black beans, canned tomatoes and canned corn. You can also add in optional spices such as garlic powder, paprika or red chili flakes.
Cook on high heat for 2-3 minutes, and then simmer for 5 minutes.
Before serving, add shredded cheese, tortilla chips, and any other toppings of choice.
Notes
You can substitute ground chicken or beef for the ground turkey, or even add in tofu or tempeh.
Equipment
Zulay Kitchen Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet 12 Inch - Heavy Duty Seasoned Iron Cast Skillet For Indoor & Outdoor Cooking - Grill, Stovetop, Induction, Oven & Campfire Safe
Happy Andes Red Organic Quinoa 3 lbs - Non Gluten, Whole Grain Rice Substitute - Ready to Cook Food for Oats & Seeds Recipes - Healthy Meal with Vitamins & Protein - Best Value Grocery Bag
Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil, First Cold Pressed, (2 Liters) 68 fl. oz.
Nutrition
Serving:
1
Calories:
475
kcal
Carbohydrates:
32
g
Protein:
36
g
Fat:
24
g
Saturated Fat:
7
g
Polyunsaturated Fat:
15
g
Cholesterol:
111
mg
Sodium:
610
mg
Fiber:
9
g
Sugar:
5
g
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