Turkey Taco Stuffed Vegetables

19 INGREDIENTS • 12 STEPS • 35MINS

Turkey Taco Stuffed Vegetables

Recipe

4.3

3 ratings

These stuffed mushrooms are savory and meaty with a toasty-spicy Tex-Mex flavor!

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These stuffed mushrooms are savory and meaty with a toasty-spicy Tex-Mex flavor!

Whether you hunger for healthy, fresh fare, or char-grilled "man-food", light sweets or decadent treats -- you'll find those here. Satisfying food.

http://www.garlicandzest.com

35MINS

Total Time

$1.10

Cost Per Serving

Ingredients

Servings

12

us / metric

1/2 tsp

Ground Cumin

1/2 tsp

Chili Powder

1/2 tsp

1 pinch

Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

1/2 tsp

1 tsp

1/2 tsp

Ground Black Pepper

1 cup

Quinoa, cooked

equals 1/3 cup uncooked quinoa

1 cup

Onion, diced

1

Medium Zucchini, shredded

2 cloves

Garlic, minced

2 Tbsp

1 lb

2 Tbsp

Pickled Jalapeño Peppers, chopped

6

Portabella Mushroom Caps

or Bell Pepper Halves

1/2 cup

Cheddar Cheese, grated

or Grated Monterey Jack

to taste

Scallions

to taste

to taste

Salsa

Nutrition Per Serving

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Calories

172

Fat

7.8 g

Protein

12.5 g

Carbs

13.2 g

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Cooking Instructions

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step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

step 2

Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper.

step 3

To make taco seasoning, mix Ground Cumin (1/2 tsp), Chili Powder (1/2 tsp), Smoked Paprika (1/2 tsp), Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (1 pinch), Dried Oregano (1/2 tsp), Kosher Salt (1 tsp) and Ground Black Pepper (1/2 tsp). Set aside.

step 3 To make taco seasoning, mix Ground Cumin (1/2 tsp), Chili Powder (1/2 tsp), Smoked Paprika (1/2 tsp), Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (1 pinch), Dried Oregano (1/2 tsp), Kosher Salt (1 tsp) and Ground Black Pepper (1/2 tsp). Set aside.

step 4

In a large skillet over medium high heat, add Olive Oil (1 Tbsp). When the oil is hot, add Onion (1 cup), Zucchini (1), and Garlic (2 cloves). Cook until softened, 3-5 minutes. Transfer mixture to a small bowl.

step 4 In a large skillet over medium high heat, add Olive Oil (1 Tbsp). When the oil is hot, add Onion (1 cup), Zucchini (1), and Garlic (2 cloves). Cook until softened, 3-5 minutes. Transfer mixture to a small bowl.

step 5

Add remaining Olive Oil (1 Tbsp) to the pan and add the Ground Turkey (1 lb), breaking it up and stirring until browned.

step 5 Add remaining Olive Oil (1 Tbsp) to the pan and add the Ground Turkey (1 lb), breaking it up and stirring until browned.

step 6

Add the taco seasoning and cook for one additional minute.

step 7

Remove the turkey from heat and add the sautéed vegetables back to the pan.

step 8

Add the Quinoa (1 cup) and Pickled Jalapeño Peppers (2 Tbsp) and stir to combine.

step 9

Stuff the Portabella Mushroom Caps (6) generously with turkey stuffing.

step 9 Stuff the Portabella Mushroom Caps (6) generously with turkey stuffing.

step 10

Place the stuffed vegetables on the baking sheet. Cover lightly with tin foil and bake for 20 minutes.

step 11

Divide Cheddar Cheese (1/2 cup) among the stuffed vegetables and bake for 8-10 minutes longer.

step 11 Divide Cheddar Cheese (1/2 cup) among the stuffed vegetables and bake for 8-10 minutes longer.

step 12

Remove from oven and transfer to a serving platter. Top with Scallions (to taste), Fresh Cilantro (to taste), and Salsa (to taste). Serve and enjoy!

step 12 Remove from oven and transfer to a serving platter. Top with Scallions (to taste), Fresh Cilantro (to taste), and Salsa (to taste). Serve and enjoy!

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