Recipes with Turkey and Quinoa
When you have turkey and quinoa on hand, a great meal is just minutes away. This versatile combination adapts to any flavor profile.
4 Recipe Ideas
One-Pot Turkey and Quinoa
Everything cooks together — seasoned turkey nestled into fluffy quinoa with aromatics.
Turkey Fried Quinoa
Day-old quinoa stir-fried with turkey, vegetables, and soy sauce.
Turkey Quinoa Bowl
A satisfying bowl of quinoa topped with seasoned turkey and fresh toppings.
Baked Turkey with Quinoa
Turkey baked on a bed of seasoned quinoa until tender and flavorful.
Cooking Tips
🦃 Turkey
- Brine turkey overnight for the juiciest results.
- Use a meat thermometer — 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
- Ground turkey is a lean swap for ground beef in any recipe.
Nutrition: Very lean protein with B vitamins and selenium. 3oz breast has 26g protein and only 120 calories.
Storage: Refrigerate up to 2 days. Freeze for up to 6 months.
🌾 Quinoa
- Rinse quinoa before cooking to remove the bitter saponin coating.
- Use a 1:2 ratio of quinoa to water, simmer for 15 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork after cooking and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
Nutrition: Complete protein with all 9 essential amino acids. One cup cooked has 8g protein and 5g fiber.
Storage: Cooked quinoa keeps 5-7 days refrigerated. Dry quinoa lasts 2-3 years.
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