Description
Quinoa Taco Bowl is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines fluffy quinoa with seasoned ground turkey, black beans, and fresh veggies. This quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a satisfying meal thatβs easy to customize. Topped with creamy avocado and zesty lime juice, each bowl delivers a fiesta of flavors and textures that will please everyone at the table. Enjoy a wholesome meal that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrients!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed)
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), chopped
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 ripe avocado (diced)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey for 5-7 minutes until browned and crumbled.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and corn; cook for an additional 5 minutes until tender.
- Mix in taco seasoning and black beans; heat through for another few minutes.
- Fluff cooked quinoa and divide among bowls. Top with turkey mixture, diced avocado, and drizzle with lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Customize your bowl by adding ingredients like kidney beans or fresh tomatoes. - For a vegetarian option, replace ground turkey with lentils or extra beans. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.