Microwave Black Bean and Turkey Taco Bowl
A quick, pantry-friendly taco bowl featuring lean ground turkey and fiber-rich black beans. This warm, savory bowl comes together in under ten minutes with zero stovetop cooking required.
Prep
5 min
Cook
2 min
Total
7 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Serena + Lila
Serena created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
2 min
Total
7 min
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Equipment
Colander
Time saver
Meal Prep Option: You can portion the turkey, beans, and seasoning into containers ahead of time. Simply store the fresh tomato and green onion separately and add them after microwaving.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Rinse and drain the canned black beans…
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Rinse and drain the canned black beans…
Rinse and drain the canned black beans thoroughly in a colander, then place them in a microwave-safe bowl.
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Add the pre-cooked ground turkey breast and…
Add the pre-cooked ground turkey breast and the mild taco seasoning to the bowl. Stir well to coat the turkey and beans evenly in the seasoning.
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Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute and…
Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute and 30 seconds, or until heated through.
Look for: heated through
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Top the warm mixture with the diced…
Top the warm mixture with the diced red tomato and sliced green onion. Serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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