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Healthy High-Protein Cowboy Caviar with Turkey Crumble

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A quick, nutritious, and protein-packed cowboy caviar salad featuring seasoned turkey crumble, fresh veggies, and a tangy lime-cilantro dressing. Perfect for weight loss and meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean preferred)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, diced (optional but recommended)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 large lime)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp honey or agave syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and break apart with a spatula.
  2. Sprinkle smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper over the turkey.
  3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until turkey is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Add a splash of water if pan seems dry.
  4. While turkey cooks, dice red bell pepper, finely chop red onion, halve cherry tomatoes, and chop cilantro.
  5. Drain and rinse black beans and black-eyed peas thoroughly. Thaw and drain frozen corn if using.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, and cilantro.
  8. Pour dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
  9. Let turkey crumble cool slightly, then fold it into the cowboy caviar mixture.
  10. Gently fold in diced avocado last to keep it fresh and creamy.
  11. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld (optional).

Notes

Rinse beans thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Keep turkey moving in pan to avoid drying out. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for better flavor melding.

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