Mexican-Inspired Black Bean and Turkey Skillet
A flavorful one-skillet dish packed with lean ground turkey, black beans, bell pepper, and zesty spices. Simple to prepare, naturally gluten-free, and crafted without added sugar.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Sirsa + Lila
Sirsa 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
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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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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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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Instructions
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Next: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat…
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Place a large skillet over medium-high heat…
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C) and add 1 tbsp (15ml) of olive oil.
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Add 0.5 pcs (75g) diced red onion and 0.5 pcs (60g) diced green bell pepper to the hot skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables soften and onions become translucent.
Look for: vegetables soften and onions become translucent
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Add 2 pcs (6g) minced garlic cloves…
Add 2 pcs (6g) minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
Look for: fragrant
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Add 150g (5
Add 150g (5.3 oz) extra lean ground turkey to the pan. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until fully browned with no pink remaining.
Look for: fully browned with no pink remaining
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Stir in 0.5 tsp (1.5g) ground cumin, 0.5 tsp (1.5g) chili powder, and 0.25 tsp (1.5g) salt until evenly combined.
Look for: evenly combined
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Add 0.5 cup (85g) drained black beans and 0.5 cup (120g) canned crushed tomatoes to the skillet. Stir thoroughly to incorporate all ingredients.
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Reduce heat to medium-low at 275°F (135°C)…
Reduce heat to medium-low at 275°F (135°C) and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and is heated through.
Look for: the mixture thickens slightly and is heated through
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Remove the skillet from heat
Remove the skillet from heat. Top with 2 tbsp (8g) fresh chopped cilantro leaves and serve warm.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in…
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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