Ground Turkey Quinoa Recipe – Friendsgiving Food Ideas
A flavorful and healthy dish combining ground turkey, quinoa, and vegetables, perfect for a festive gathering.
Ingredients
Grains
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
Canned Goods
- 1 can sweet corn (drained)
- 1 can black beans (drained)
- 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (drained)
Vegetables & Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion (chopped)
- 1 green green bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 red red bell pepper (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 can pickled jalapeños (chopped)
Spices & Broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Leafy Greens
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
Optional Garnishes
- to taste diced avocado
- to taste shredded cheddar cheese
- to taste sour cream
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa and cook in 2 cups water or broth for 15 minutes, then fluff.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and peppers in olive oil until translucent and tender.
- Add ground turkey, cook until browned, then stir in spices and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Mix in tomatoes, corn, beans, jalapeños, spinach, and broth; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in cooked quinoa, warm through, and serve with optional garnishes.
Notes
Feel free to customize toppings and spice levels to your preference.