This one-pan turkey and vegetable quinoa skillet is a wholesome, colorful dinner that comes together with minimal cleanup. Tender turkey, sweet carrots, green beans and fluffy quinoa soak up warm coriander and cumin for a satisfying, healthy meal. If you love quinoa dishes, try our Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Tomatoes and Fried Egg and our Quinoa Flatbread next.
Ingredients
- 150 g (3/4 cup) quinoa
- 300 g (10.5 oz) turkey breast fillet
- 1 carrot
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 100 g (3.5 oz) green beans
- Vegetable oil
- Ground coriander (and cumin to taste)
Instructions
- Cut the turkey into medium pieces and sear in oiled skillet until done; set aside. In the same pan, brown the chopped onion.
- Slice the carrot into half-rings and the garlic into plates; add to the onion with the green beans and cook a couple of minutes.
- Salt, add the spices (crush cumin in your palms) and ground coriander. Add the quinoa and cover with hot water. Cover and simmer until done. Stir in the turkey and serve.
Tips
- Rinse the quinoa well before cooking to remove any bitterness and keep the grains light and fluffy.
- Do not overcook the vegetables — a little bite keeps the skillet colorful and fresh. For more healthy one-pan ideas, browse allrecipes.com and usda.gov for nutrition guidance.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully for lunch the next day — or try Stuffed Eggplant Boats with Chicken for another healthy dinner.
Nutrition: per 100 g: 126 kcal, protein 4 g, fat 4 g, carbs 5 g.