Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 1/4 cups chopped onion
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 20 ounces 93% lean ground turkey
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1/4 cup tomato paste
– 1 tablespoon chili powder
– 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder or regular chili powder
– 2 teaspoons ground cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 (14.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 medium head romaine lettuce, chopped
– 5 ounces slightly crushed tortilla chips
– 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese or Mexican blend (low fat is optional)
– 1 (10.5-ounce) package halved cherry tomatoes or 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped
– 1 avocado, diced
– 1/3 cup chopped red onion
– 1/2 cup light sour cream
– 6 tablespoons bottled salsa
– 2 teaspoons lime juice
– 20 ounces 93% lean ground turkey
– 1 cup shredded cheddar
– 1 avocado, diced
Instructions
1-First, prepare all ingredients by rinsing black beans, chopping onions, tomatoes, and garlic, and shredding lettuce. This step helps everything come together quickly.
2-Second, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/4 cups chopped onion and sautรฉ for 3 minutes, then add 3 cloves minced garlic and 20 ounces ground turkey. Season with salt and pepper, and cook while breaking up the turkey until fully cooked.
3-Third, add 1 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup tomato paste, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika. Stir well to mix and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
4-Fourth, stir in the drained and rinsed black beans, reduce heat to low, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, then cover and keep warm.
5-Fifth, for the salsa crema, stir together 1/2 cup light sour cream, 6 tablespoons bottled salsa, and 2 teaspoons lime juice in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6-Sixth, on dinner plates, layer chopped romaine lettuce, 5 ounces slightly crushed tortilla chips, the cooked turkey and bean mixture, 1 cup shredded cheese, chopped tomatoes, diced avocado (if using), and chopped red onion (if using).
7-Seventh, spoon the salsa crema over the salads and serve immediately. This recipe serves as a hearty, balanced meal combining ground turkey, black beans, fresh vegetables, and spices.
Last Step:
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๐ฅซ This recipe uses pantry staples, making it easy to prepare anytime.
๐ The salsa crema can double as a dip for chips or other snacks.
๐ฟ Use either salsa crema or a cilantro-lime crema for topping, no need for both.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
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- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautรฉing and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 979mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
