Mexican Turkey Bake

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked quinoa (or rice)

2 cups water

1/2 tsp. black pepper

1/2 tsp. sea salt

1 package taco seasoning

1 lb. ground turkey (or chicken or beef)

1/2 cup finely diced onion

2 tbs. extra virgin olive oil

2 cans seasoned black beans, drained and rinsed

2 cans diced tomatoes, drained

1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese

Optional Toppings: sour cream, green onion, and cilantro

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a saucepan, cook quinoa or rice in 2 cups of water until liquid is absorbed. Add salt and pepper. Set aside. In a sauté pan, heat olive oil and add onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Add meat. Sprinkle with some salt and pepper and cook for 8 minutes. Prepare taco seasoning according to package instructions. Add to meat and cook until liquid is absorbed.

2. Add diced tomatoes, black beans, and meat to quinoa and mix. Add mixture to a 9 x 13 baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese, cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 5 minutes until cheese is melted. Remove from oven and scoop into bowls. Top with toppings of your choice and serve!