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Skinny Turkey Taco Skillet

Taco Tuesday Just Got Healthier with 30 minute turkey taco filling. Perfect for stuffing in peppers or eating on it's own!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: The Main Event
Cuisine: Dinner
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 355kcal
Author: Sara Ayesh

Ingredients

  • 1 Lb ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 /2 cup black beans
  • ½ cup corn
  • ½ cup of your favorite salsa
  • ½ cup brown rice or quinoa
  • 8 oz can of tomato sauce
  • 8 oz water may need more depending how how fast your rice/quinoa cooks in the liquid
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • ½ tablespoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • cilantro
  • shredded cheese for topping if you'd like!

Instructions

  • Heat up olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high then add your turkey & brown
  • Add salt, pepper, cumin, cayenne, chili powder, and garlic. Stir to combine
  • Add corn, black beans, and rice/quinoa, tomato sauce, salsa, and water
  • Heat through until mixture is bubbling then turn heat to medium-low and simmer until rice or quinoa is cooked!
  • Serve up in a bowl topped with cilantro and cheese or stuff in a roasted bell pepper!

Nutrition

Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 34.2g | Protein: 29.8g | Fat: 12.6g