Protein-Packed Kid-Friendly Delight

About this recipe

Delight your family's taste buds with this protein-packed dish featuring ground turkey, quinoa, and black beans. Perfect for busy weeknights, this flavorful meal is nutritious and kid-approved!

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   In a medium pot, cook the quinoa by combining it with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 15 minutes.

3. 3

   In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground turkey until fully cooked.

4. 4

   Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the turkey and sauté until the vegetables are tender.

5. 5

   Mix in the cooked quinoa, black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

6. 6

   Remove the skillet from heat and add cilantro and lime juice, stirring to blend flavors.

7. 7

   Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish, sprinkle with cheddar cheese.

8. 8

   Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.