Easy 4-Ingredient Taco Turkey Cauliflower Rice Skillet

4.64 from 30 votes

Easy 4-Ingredient Taco Turkey Cauliflower Rice Skillet

A lighter, healthier alternative to a traditional taco rice skillet, this easy taco skillet made with cauliflower rice is a winner for Weight Watchers! With only 4-ingredients it comes together in less than 30 minutes.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: cauliflower rice, healthy taco skillet, low carb taco cauliflower rice

Servings:

Author: Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

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 or blender 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

Serving size: 1/4th recipe (without addition toppings)

WW Points: 4

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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.

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