About this recipe
Ground turkey takes taco seasoning quickly, and the skillet stays lighter than a beef version without tasting lean or dry.
Peppers and onion soften in the same pan. Beans or corn stretch the pot so leftovers cover another lunch.
Serve in bowls with salsa on top, or spoon into lettuce cups if you want fewer carbs.
BROWN THE TURKEY
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add turkey and salt. Cook, breaking it up, until no longer pink and lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Cook 30 to 45 seconds over medium-high until fragrant.
VEGETABLES
Step 3
Add onion and peppers. Cook over medium-high until softened and lightly charred at the edges, 5 to 7 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in black beans, salsa, and corn if using. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer until thickened and hot, 4 to 5 minutes.
SERVE
Step 5
Taste for salt and spice. Serve in bowls. Add extra salsa at the table if you like.
Tips
Drain turkey fat if your skillet looks wet before adding spices so the seasoning sticks.
For meal prep, cool fully before packing. Reheat with a splash of water or salsa.
Swaps
Ground turkeyGround chicken
Same weight and timing.
Black beansPinto beans or extra corn
Beans keep protein higher. Corn is sweeter and lighter.
Equipment
large skillet
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