20-Minute Ground Turkey Taco and Black Bean Skillet
A flavorful, one-pan family meal featuring seasoned lean ground turkey, fiber-rich black beans, and sweet corn. Topped with creamy avocado, it offers a quick weeknight dinner that supports muscle building and healthy cholesterol.
Prep
5 min
Cook
12 min
Total
17 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Beth + Lila
Beth 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.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
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.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
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.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
12 min
Total
17 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
To save time, rinse canned black beans ahead of time and store in an airtight container.
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Instructions
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Heat 0.5 tbsp (7.5 ml) olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1 minute until shimmering.
Look for: shimmering
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Add 120 g lean ground turkey to…
Add 120 g lean ground turkey to the pan, breaking it into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon, and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until no pink remains and turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Look for: no pink remains and turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
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Drain excess liquid from the skillet if…
Drain excess liquid from the skillet if needed, then stir in 1 tbsp (8 g) taco seasoning, 0.5 cup (120 g) rinsed canned black beans, 0.25 cup (40 g) frozen corn kernels, and 0.25 cup (60 g) salsa.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for…
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
Look for: heated through and sauce thickens slightly
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Remove skillet from heat and top each…
Remove skillet from heat and top each serving with 0.25 fresh avocado sliced before serving hot.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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