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When life gets busy, quick and healthy dinners can feel like a lifesaver — and this Taco Turkey Cauliflower Rice Skillet is one of my favorites. With just four simple ingredients (ground turkey, taco seasoning, salsa, and cauliflower rice), you’ll have a flavorful, protein-packed, and veggie-rich meal on the table in under 30 minutes.
This skillet is versatile too. Enjoy it straight from the pan, scoop it into lettuce wraps or low-carb tortillas, or use it as a filling for stuffed peppers. Minimal effort, maximum flavor, and endless possibilities!
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Lean ground turkey — A lighter alternative to beef that’s high in protein and absorbs seasonings beautifully. You can swap in ground chicken, beef, or even turkey sausage.
- Taco seasoning — I keep packets in my pantry for easy Tex-Mex flavor, but you can use homemade seasoning to cut sodium or adjust the spice level.
- Cauliflower rice — A low-carb, grain-free alternative that soaks up all the taco flavor. Frozen works great, or you can rice your own cauliflower at home.
- Salsa — Adds tang, spice, and moisture. Use your favorite jarred salsa or whip up a fresh homemade version.
- Optional toppings — chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, avocado, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, light sour cream.
WW Points and Nutrition
According to my calculations, this recipe makes 4 generous servings with about:
- Calories: 225
- WW Points: 0
To see your WW Points for this recipe, track it in the WW App!
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) - Old WW Points: 6 PointsPlus
Is Cauliflower Rice Better Than White Rice?
- Cauliflower rice is lower in calories and carbs than regular rice. Cauliflower has 25 calories and 5g carbs per cup. It’s also a WW Zero Points food.
- By comparison, one cup of medium grain cooked brown rice has 218 calories, 45g carbs and 6 WW Points.
- Riced cauliflower is also a good source of fiber. So if you are trying to cut your calories, watch your carbs and manage your weight, it is a much better choice.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Brown the turkey
Spray a large nonstick skillet (affiliate link) with cooking spray. Cook ground turkey over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
Step 2: Add seasoning
Stir in taco seasoning and cook for about 30 seconds, letting the flavors bloom.
Step 3: Add salsa and cauliflower rice
Stir in the salsa and cauliflower rice. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until heated through and the cauliflower rice is tender.
Step 4: Serve and garnish
Divide among bowls. Add your favorite toppings like avocado, cheese, or cilantro.
Recipe Notes and Variations
- Spicier: Stir in chopped jalapeño, cayenne, or extra chili powder.
- Heartier: Add canned beans or corn for extra fiber and flavor.
- Vegetarian: Swap turkey for meatless crumbles or lentils.
- More ways to serve: Use as a taco or burrito filling, stuff into peppers or zucchini, or spoon over baked potatoes.
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Easy 4-Ingredient Taco Turkey Cauliflower Rice Skillet
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound 93% lean, ground turkey
- 1 package taco seasoning (or chile powder to taste)
- 4 cups finely chopped cauliflower (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup water
- Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, chopped avocado, chopped tomatoes, chopped lettuce
Instructions
- Slice the cauliflower head into large chunks, leaving stems on. Use a cheese crater or food processor (affiliate link) or blender (affiliate link) to coarsely grate the cauliflower to get about 4 cups’ worth. (Or use purchased frozen cauliflower rice).
- Coat a non-stick skillet set over medium heat with non-stick cooking spray.
- Add the ground turkey, and cook, breaking up and stirring the meat until it is browned.
- Add the taco seasoning and cauliflower. Stir until well combined.
- Add the salsa and water and stir again and then cover the pan and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is cooked to your liking.
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 6 PointsPlus (Old plan) Variations:
- Different meats: ground beef or ground chicken would work.
- Spicier: add additional chili powder, cumin, or chopped jalapeño to the ground meat while while cooking. Serve with additional hot sauce.
- Heartier: add a can of drained beans and/or corn.
- Additional topping suggestions: salsa, corn, shredded cheese, avocado, light sour cream, and crumbed taco chips and chopped cilantro would all be yummy.
- Additional serving ideas: use this taco rice skillet as a stuffing for burritos, tacos, zucchini, peppers, etc.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More Easy WW-Friendly Recipes
If you enjoyed this taco cauliflower rice skillet, you might also like:
- Hearty and filling, this Chicken + Brown Rice Bowl is still light.
- A one-pot family favorite with Tex-Mex flavors, my recipe for Easy Southwestern Goulash is always a hit.
- This quick and cheesy WW Skillet Mexican Pizza is satisfying for busy nights.
- Another light and satisfying variation on a classic combination, Cauliflower Rice and Beans comes together in minutes with minimal ingredients.
- Comfort food made lighter, Light Macaroni + Cheese with Cauliflower satisfies without weighing you down.
- And here’s a winning WW meal plan featuring this easy healthy taco cauliflower rice skillet recipe.
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We really didn’t like the texture of the rice. Sorry but I don’t think I’ll make again.
Love this recipe thank you but how many cups per serving it’s hard to figure out points, which Just 1/4 A recipe, especially when you double it
Thank you
Sherry
Made this yesterday for my lunches for the week. I used ground chicken breast and added black beans and corn because why not?
It is so easy and delicious! Will definitely make again.
Hi Lori,
So glad you liked it! Thanks for taking the time to let me know. ~Martha
I made this tonight, not only is it super easy to throw together but absolutely delicious. Will definitely be making again. Thanks Martha for another very awesome recipe!!