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Salsa Verde Turkey Zucchini Rice Skillet

4 servings ยท 2026-06-21

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 3/4 cup salsa verde
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Method

  1. Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add turkey, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking up the turkey.
  3. Add zucchini and corn. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the zucchini softens.
  4. Stir in pinto beans, cooked brown rice, and salsa verde. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle cheese over the skillet, cover for 1-2 minutes, and let it melt.
  6. Serve with avocado, Greek yogurt, lime, and cilantro.

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