Quinoa Taco Bowls with Ground Turkey (20-Minute Recipe!)

These 20-minute quinoa taco bowls with ground turkey are exactly what you need to make when you're short on time, or just don't feel like cooking. They're a complete meal that's packed with protein and flavor!

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Okay, picture this. It's getting to be 4-5pm on a weeknight, everyone in the house is getting done with school and work (including you, probably!), and the last thing you want to do is spend a ton of time cooking.

That's when these quinoa bowls with turkey taco meat LEGIT save the day! In just 20 minutes, you've got a high-protein, flavor-packed meal that's as satisfying as it is simple.

The seasoned ground turkey taco meat pairs perfectly with fluffy quinoa and all your favorite toppings, like avocado, salsa, and cheese (feta is sublime in this recipe).

We make some variation of these weekly at house, typically rotating between this and taco chicken sweet potato bowls. If we have leftovers, they're perfect for lunch the next day, whether at home or in an office. YUM!

Quinoa Bowls Step-by-Step

1. Step 1: We'll get quinoa started first. Heat olive oil in a medium-large pot over medium heat. Add quinoa and toast, stirring occasionally, until fragrant (toasting enhances flavor!). Add water and salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and let cook for 15 minutes.

2. Step 2: Meanwhile, make the turkey taco meat. Heat olive oil in a medium-large pan over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes, then add the ground turkey and taco seasoning. Turn heat to medium-low, and continue to break up the taco meat as you cook for 2-3 more minutes.

3. Step 3: Once the turkey is almost cooked through (but still a little pink in some parts), add salsa and black beans. Stir and sauté until everything is well combined and meat is fully cooked through. Turn heat to low until quinoa is done.

4. Step 4: Once quinoa is done, remove lid and fluff the quinoa with a fork. Assemble bowls with greens, quinoa, turkey taco meat, avocado, cilantro, and squeezes of fresh lime juice. Top with desired toppings (feta, pepitas, tortilla chips, and pickled red onions or pickled jalapeños). Healthy street corn would also be amazing!

Pairing Recommendations

Want to make things interesting? I love adding in the following ingredients into the bowls when we have more time (or leftovers in the fridge!).

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