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A vibrant, flavor-packed gameday skillet featuring lean ground turkey, tender sweet potatoes, and black beans. Expertly spiced and finished with fresh herbs and zesty lime juice to maximize taste without the need for added salt.
Ingredients
Main
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil — Divided use
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey (93% lean)
- 2 medium Sweet potatoes — Peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 medium Yellow onion — Finely diced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper — Diced
- 1 medium Jalapeno pepper — Minced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 4 cloves Garlic — Minced
- 15 ounces No-salt-added black beans — Rinsed and drained well
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth — Or water
Spice Blend & Garnish
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt-free chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper — Freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice — From about 1 large lime
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro — Chopped
Instructions
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Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until well browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Use a slotted spoon to transfer the turkey to a bowl and set aside. Leave any residual fat in the pan.
~7 minBrowning the turkey deeply adds significant umami and savory notes, which is crucial when cooking without added salt. -
Lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the diced sweet potatoes, onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeno. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent and the sweet potatoes are beginning to soften and brown on the edges (about 8-10 minutes).
~10 minCut the sweet potatoes into uniform, small (1/2-inch) cubes so they cook quickly and evenly alongside the vegetables. -
Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt-free chili powder, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until the spices are highly fragrant.
~1 minBlooming the spices in oil releases their fat-soluble flavor compounds, making the dish taste much richer. -
Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Return the cooked turkey to the skillet along with the rinsed black beans.
~2 min -
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet and let it cook for 5 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are completely fork-tender and the liquid has mostly absorbed.
~5 min -
Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. Taste and add a little more lime juice or black pepper if desired. Serve hot.
Acid is the secret weapon in low-sodium cooking. The lime juice provides a bright 'pop' that tricks the palate into not missing the salt.
Nutrition
Equipment
- Large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon
Tips & Storage
- To add even more flavor without sodium, try topping with sliced avocado, salt-free hot sauce, or a dollop of plain Greek yogurt.
- Make sure to buy 'no-salt-added' black beans and broth. Standard canned beans can add upwards of 400mg of sodium per serving.
- If you like a smokier flavor, add half a teaspoon of chipotle powder in place of some of the standard chili powder.
- Storage: Store leftover skillet mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of water or low-sodium broth if it seems dry. Squeeze a fresh lime wedge over the reheated leftovers to wake up the flavors.
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