Quinoa Taco Skillet

Give taco night a wholesome twist with this simple skillet dish. Season ground turkey, quinoa, fresh tomatoes and corn with McCormick® Organics Taco Seasoning Mix for a kid-friendly meal the whole family will taco-bout.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup uncooked white quinoa
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 package McCormick® Organics Taco Seasoning Mix
• 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup reduced fat shredded Mexican cheese blend

Instructions

1. Prepare quinoa as directed on package.
2. Meanwhile, cook turkey in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat for 6 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain liquid.
3. Stir in cooked quinoa, Seasoning Mix, tomatoes and corn. Cook for 10 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover. Let stand 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
5. Serve with desired toppings.

Serving Suggestion: Serve with assorted toppings, such as reduced fat sour cream, chopped cilantro and guacamole.

Nutrition information (Amount per serving) Calories: 266 Cholesterol: 71mg Sodium: 506mg Protein: 23g Total Fat: 10g Saturated Fat: 4g Fiber: 3g Carbohydrate: 21g

Recipe and photo credit: McCormick.

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