Turkey Ragout with Quinoa and Vegetables

Name: Turkey Ragout with Quinoa and Vegetables
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 100gr garlic turkey ragout (or diced turkey stew meat); 1 small cup cooked quinoa; Sliced mushrooms; Cherry tomatoes; Oven-roasted peppers; Garlic powder; Parsley; Pink Himalayan salt (optional); Ground cayenne pepper / chili flakes (optional)

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Today I'm making this quinoa with turkey and vegetables, a simple recipe that pairs garlicky turkey with mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and roasted peppers. I love adding a pinch of garlic powder and parsley, plus a touch of cayenne when I'm in the mood for some heat. It's an easy, fuss-free dish made with wholesome ingredients that deliver plenty of flavor without needing a separate sauce.

For this turkey ragout, I use pre-cooked quinoa and roasted peppers that I already have prepared, which cuts down on cooking time considerably. The mushrooms and cherry tomatoes keep everything nice and juicy. The amounts here are for one person, so it's ideal when you're just cooking for yourself.

If you enjoy these combinations, I also recommend trying my Chicken with quinoa and peppers and Braised turkey with green beans for more everyday meal ideas.

Prep: 10 minCook: 25 minServes: 1

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need for this recipe

100gr garlic turkey ragout (or diced turkey stew meat)
1 small cup cooked quinoa
Sliced mushrooms
Cherry tomatoes
Oven-roasted peppers
Garlic powder
Parsley
Pink Himalayan salt (optional)
Ground cayenne pepper / chili flakes (optional)

Step by step

Method

1In a skillet, cook the sliced mushrooms over medium heat and cover with a lid so they release their moisture and cook gently without any added oil.
2Once softened, add the roasted peppers and the cherry tomatoes cut into slices.
3Transfer the vegetables to a plate, and in the same skillet cook the turkey ragout over medium heat.
4Once the turkey is cooked through, add the quinoa and toss well so it absorbs all the pan juices.
5Next, add the vegetables you had set aside back into the pan.
6Stir everything together well and season to taste with pink salt, parsley, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder.
7Cook for a couple of minutes to let all the flavors come together.
8All done! Our turkey ragout with quinoa and vegetables is ready to serve.

Frequently asked questions

How long does this turkey, quinoa, and vegetable dish keep in the fridge?

Store it in an airtight container and enjoy within two days. Get it into the fridge within two hours of cooking, and reheat only the portion you're about to eat until piping hot throughout.

Can I freeze this turkey and quinoa ragout?

Yes, you can freeze it in individual portions once fully cooled, though the cherry tomatoes and quinoa may turn slightly softer after thawing. Defrost in the fridge and add a splash of water when reheating if it looks a little dry.

What can I use if I can't find garlic-marinated turkey?

You can use plain diced turkey stew meat instead and season it well with the garlic powder and parsley from the recipe. Try to keep the pieces roughly equal in size so they cook evenly and become nice and tender; cooking times may vary depending on the cut.