Thai Quinoa Chili
Ingredients
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1 lb. ground turkey [*see TIPS]
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1 medium white onion, chopped
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2 tbsp. olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, crushed
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2 bell peppers, seeded and chopped
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1 tbsp. cumin
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1 tbsp. chili powder
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1 tsp. salt
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½ cup quinoa, uncooked
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½ cup coconut milk
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1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
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1 (16 oz.) can chili beans, undrained
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1 (16 oz.) can black beans, undrained
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1 (16 oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained
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1 ½ tbsp. Thai chili paste**
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1 bunch of green onions, sliced, to garnish
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Plain Greek yogurt, to garnish
Directions
In a skillet, over medium heat, brown your ground turkey with your chopped onion. Stir occasionally to crumble turkey. Cook until turkey is no longer pink and cooked through.
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, over medium-low heat, add olive oil, bell peppers, and crushed garlic. Briefly sauté until bell peppers begin to soften (2-4 minutes). Add seasonings [cumin, chili powder and salt] and briefly stir to coat veggies.
Add your remaining ingredients to the saucepan EXCEPT your garnishes [raw quinoa, coconut milk, broth, chili beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, and Thai chili paste.]
Mix well to incorporate evenly, and let simmer, covered, for at least 45-60 minutes.
To serve, garnish each bowl with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt and sprinkle with sliced green onions.
**Thai Chili Paste is easily found at your local grocer in the International aisle. It adds a dynamic spice that is tolerable. 1 ½ tbsp. gives the chili and small kick. 1 tbsp. would be mild of course and 3 tbsp. or more is for you spice junkies!
TIPS: Simply OMIT the ground turkey and add sweet potatoes (cut into 1-inch chunks) to make this recipe vegetarian. OR if your stockpot/saucepan is big enough, sweet potatoes are a great addition to this delicious recipe!







