Taco Turkey Spaghetti Squash

It's been a whirlwind few weeks! The four of us went on nearly a week long trip to Florida and two days later I packed my bags back up and enjoyed a girls weekend in the mountains. I had the best time on both trips but it's nice to be home for a bit. After a week of indulging, I'm anxious to get back to my regular gym routine and back in the kitchen. We are keeping it light, easy and healthy this week. My body is craving ALL THE VEGGIES. 

This turkey taco spaghetti squash is a newer favorite around here. It's the perfect weeknight meal and comes together so fast. I LOVE the fresh pico de gallo that my Harris Teeter sells, making this dinner easier than it already is. It's loaded with fresh tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, cilantro, lime, jalapeno, spices and ZERO junk. It's one of my favorite grocery store finds of all time. 

I was inspired by this Skinny Taste recipe, but adapted it a bit to make it my own. It's hardly a recipe- that's how EASY and fool-proof it is. This is also a great lunch to have on hand- packed with protein and vegetables and super filling to power you through the day. We all love this dinner and I hope you do, too. 

Taco Turkey Spaghetti Squash

1 lb. lean ground turkey breast
1 spaghetti squash, roasted
Fresh pico de gallo or salsa of your choice
avocado, thinly sliced
Taco seasoning (my homemade recipe below)

Taco seasoning:
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. cumin
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder

Roast spaghetti squash. See my fool-proof method here. 

In a large saute pan on medium-high heat, cook ground turkey. When the turkey is cooked all the way through, add taco seasoning and simmer for 3-5 minutes. To plate it all together, layer a pile of spaghetti squash and top with turkey and pico/salsa. Serve with avocado on the side. 

Oven Fajita Quinoa Bowls

My love for Mexican food and margaritas runs deep. When we go out for Mexican I want to go ALL OUT. But add in lots of chips, queso, tortillas and a few drinks and it quickly turns into the biggest splurge meal of life. I make a lot of Mexican inspired things during the week and have found I can still satisfy that craving with the same flavors yet a lot less of the bad stuff. 

These fajitas are a favorite around here. I've been making them for years and they do not disappoint. This is truly an express meal because it takes all of 10-15 minutes to prep and can be cooked and on the table in under an hour. Quinoa is a great base for this as it soaks up all of the tasty cooking juices, but cauliflower rice is another healthy option! Add some chopped avocado and cilantro for a little something extra. 

Go ahead. You can't mess this meal up.

Oven Fajita Quinoa Bowls
recipe adapted from Budget Bytes

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast (about 2 large), cut into small strips
2 green bell peppers, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 large yellow onion, sliced
2 Tbsp. olive oil
lime for garnish
1 cup quinoa, cooked

Seasoning:
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1/2 Tbsp. smoked paprika
1 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cumin
pinch of cayenne pepper

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

In a large baking dish, combine chicken, peppers and onions. Toss with olive oil and seasoning, making sure everything is evenly coated. Bake for 35-40 minutes, stirring once about halfway through. 

Serve on top of quinoa with a wedge of lime.