Quinoa & Turkey Taco Bake

Lately I have been on a crock pot kick, but this week I came up short for meal planning, so I decided to turn to the ever so faithful Pinterest for some inspiration. Kyle had a craving for corned beef and cabbage, but to his dismay, the recipe took over 8 hours to cook and we just didn't have that kind of time, so it was a Quinoa & Turkey Taco Bake!

This recipe was a little more involved only because there were a few steps, but so easy and really delicious. I always put my own spin on recipes that I find or improvise with what I have in the pantry. Not only would this be a great potluck meal, it is also great for lunches during the week. The best part?  It is remotely healthy! We loosely follow the 21 day fix meal plan (with the addition of Oreo thins and wine) and I am happy to report this is 21 day fix approved, as well as husband and toddler approved! Yay!

Quinoa & Turkey Taco Bake

• 1 lb. lean ground turkey
• 1 cup quinoa (uncooked) 
• 4 oz. tomato sauce 
• 1 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese 
• 2.5 tbsp. chili powder
• 2.5 tsp. cumin 
• 3 garlic cloves (minced) 
• 1/2 cup chopped onion 
• 4 oz. petite diced tomatoes (canned)
• 1/2 chopped jalapeno 
• greek yogurt and chopped green onion 

-Prepare 1 cup quinoa as directed on package and set aside 

-Brown turkey with garlic and then add cumin, chili powder, jalapeño and diced tomato

-Add cooked quinoa, tomato sauce and 1/3 cup cheddar cheese 

-Stir well and transfer to a greased baking dish 

-Top with remaining cheese (1 cup) 

-Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes. 

-Top with greek yogurt and green onions. 

Enjoy!