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Turkey Taco Skillet Bake

  • Nov 19, 2025
  • 1 min read

Yield: 4 servings

Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 2 Healthy Fats, 3 Green, 3 Condiments

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes


Ingredients:

2 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1½ lbs. 99% lean ground turkey

½ cup finely chopped green onion

½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper

½ cup finely chopped zucchini

1, (14.5-oz.) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes

2¾ cups frozen cauliflower rice, thawed

2 tsp ground cumin

2 tsp chili powder

1 tsp kosher salt

1 cup Mexican-style shredded cheese blend

½ cup mashed avocado

¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves


Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. Add the ground turkey, green onion, peppers, zucchini, ground cumin, chili powder, and kosher salt.

  3. Use a spatula to break up the turkey while cooking and cook until the vegetables have softened and the turkey is cooked and slightly browned, about 7 to 8 minutes.

  4. Add the tomatoes and cauliflower, then simmer and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 to 7 minutes.

  5. Remove skillet from heat, top evenly with the cheese, then transfer to the oven set to broil.

  6. Broil until the cheese has melted and lightly browned, about 1 to 2 minutes.

  7. Remove skillet from oven and allow to rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

  8. To serve, divide the skillet bake evenly between dishes and top each portion with 2 tablespoons mashed avocado and 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro.


Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 390 calories, 15g fat, 15g carbohydrate, 50g protein

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