Low Carb Ground Turkey Skillet (No Rice)
This Ground Turkey Taco Skillet is a quick, flavorful dinner with all the taco goodness you crave. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights! Packed with ground turkey, black beans, and loads of flavor, this skillet meal is perfect for meal prep.
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INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- ½ cup diced onion
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste, in a tube or mild salsa
- ¾ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- ¾ canned or frozen corn, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup diced tomato, about 1 large tomato
- 4 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- black pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup vegetable or chicken broth, I used low sodium
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- a drizzle of hot sauce , like Franks
To Serve
- lime wedges
- diced avocado
- more cilantro
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cook the ground turkey: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook for about 5 minutes, seasoning with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin.1 pound lean ground turkey, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, black pepper, 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Sauté the onion and garlic: Move the turkey to the side of the skillet. Add the chopped onion and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute, then add the garlic and stir, cooking for another 30 seconds. Stir everything together to combine.½ cup diced onion, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 4 teaspoons fresh garlic
- Add beans, corn, and tomatoes: Lower the heat and add the beans, corn, diced tomatoes, broth, and a splash of hot sauce. Stir to combine.¾ cup canned black beans, ¾ canned or frozen corn, 1 cup diced tomato, ¼ cup vegetable or chicken broth, a drizzle of hot sauce
- Simmer the mixture: Cover the skillet and let everything simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Finish and serve: Stir in fresh cilantro, then serve with lime wedges, extra cilantro, and sliced avocado if desired. Enjoy!2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, lime wedges, diced avocado
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NOTES
- To Store. Any leftover turkey from a weeknight dinner can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
- To Freeze. Freeze leftover taco in an airtight container for up to 2-3 months.
- To Make Ahead. You can chop the onions and peppers in advance, or cook the turkey mixture up until adding the cheese. Then, just reheat and stir in the cheese when you’re ready to serve.
- To Reheat. To reheat, warm the turkey mixture in the microwave or on the stove in a hot skillet until heated through.
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NUTRITION
Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 901mgPotassium: 637mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 944IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 2mg
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