Spicy Broccoli, Spinach & Ground Turkey Stir-Fry!

I think when people make stir-frys they normally don't think about putting in ground turkey -- I know I used to mostly do chicken or steak, but yesterday I made this for lunch and it was delish!!  Check it out - high in protein & fiber, and low in calories!!  This is a complete meal, that packs tons of flavor, and won't leave you hungry!

2cups raw spinach (I used flat leaf)

6oz ground turkey, lean

1/4 cup chickpeas (drained/rinsed)

2tbsp Salsa (I used Great Value Black Bean & Corn Salsa)

3 cups broccoli (I used frozen)

seasonings to taste (I used Mrs Dash Garlic & Herb, McCormick Hot Shot, & Mrs Dash Southwest Seasoning)

Brown turkey - make sure cooked through - season with Mrs Dash Garlic & Herb & hot shot.  Set aside. 

Sautee broccoli over med-high heat, until tender, add in spinach & chickpeas.  Season with Southwest Seasoning.  Sautee until broccoli is wilted.  Add Turkey back into the frying pan - and mix in salsa.  Mix well, and remove from heat. 

Enjoy!!

435 Calories

15g Fat

26g Carbs

11g Fiber

38g Protein

511mg Sodium

Three Bean Turkey Chili!

Yesterday I didn't know what I wanted to eat so I decided to throw together some chili! Brandy told me how good it smelled while it was in the crock pot -- I knew it was going to be good!  And it's even better today! 

1 can black beans - drained, rinsed

1 can dark red kidney beans - drained, rinsed

1 can chickpeas - drained, rinsed

1 can diced tomatoes w/green chiles

1 can tomato paste

1 package lean ground turkey (about a pound), 93/7

2 cups water

Cumin

Chili Powder

Emeril's Original Essence 

Brown the turkey in a frying pan.  I usually add a little Emeril's Original Essence to the turkey.  Combine all ingredients in the crock pot.  Add Cumin, Chili Powder, & Emeril's Original Essence to taste (I like my chili a little spicy).  Let cook for 3-4 hours.

You can top your bowl of chili with a little reduced fat shredded cheese (which I did in the picture above) - or some fat free sour cream if you like.

1/2 cup serving for only about 200 calories, 13g carbs, 6g fat, & 21g protein!

Chickpeas anyone?

I la la love Chickpeas.  This is a new love for me, but I love them none the less!  I eat beans several times a week now, so I'm always looking for interesting ways to prepare them, besides just throwing them on my salads.  I've made this before and it's so yummy I made it for lunch today and just had to share! 

1/2 cup Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) - canned - drained, rinsed*

1/4 - 1/2 can Diced Tomatoes w/Green Chiles - canned - drained

1 wedge Laughing Cow Light Queso Fresco & Chipotle Cheese

Emeril's Original Essence

Add chickpeas to hot frying pan first.... Add some Emeril's Original Essence - I usually add about 1tsp at this point. 

Add tomatoes w/green chiles - Add more Emeril's Original Essence if you like - I usually add another sprinkle (I like a decent amount of spice)

Sautee for a few minutes, stirring often. 

Soften wedge of cheese in microwave safe bowl for about 30 seconds.  Add chickpea/tomato combo to the bowl and stir to evenly distribute the cheese.  

Enjoy!

179 Calories

25g Carbs

6g Fiber

4g Fat

8g Protein

*I often use canned beans to save time - but I always drain & thoroughly rinse the beans prior to using them to remove extra sodium.