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Quinoa and Veggie Filled Turkey Cups

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 16 pieces
Calories 150
Enjoy these savory turkey cups filled with nutritious quinoa and fresh vegetables, perfect for a healthy snack or light meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 package natural turkey or 16 long, thin slices of leftover turkey
  • 0.5 cup cooked quinoa
  • 0.5 cup yellow squash, diced
  • 0.5 cup zucchini, diced
  • 16 pieces cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1 tablespoon shallots, minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 lemon juice from lemon
  • 1 tablespoon flax egg (flax meal in water) (1 tablespoon flax meal in 3 tablespoons water, rest 10 minutes)
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Mix quinoa, vegetables, shallots, herbs, lemon juice, flax egg, salt, and pepper. Chill briefly.
  • Line muffin pan with turkey slices, trimming as needed.
  • Spoon filling into turkey cups and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until browned and set.
  • Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Use leftover turkey for extra flavor and convenience.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Quinoa, turkey, Vegetables