Are you tired of bland, boring healthy meals that make you dread dinnertime? Get ready to revolutionize your cooking with Ron's Low Sodium Casserole - a mouthwatering, nutritious dish that proves healthy eating doesn't mean sacrificing flavor! This Instant Pot marvel combines lean ground turkey, protein-packed quinoa, and vibrant vegetables in a quick, hassle-free recipe that will have your family begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup mixed vegetables
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove any bitter coating.
- Select the Instant Pot's Sauté mode and add ground turkey. Cook turkey until it's completely browned and no pink remains, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon.
- Drain any excess fat from the ground turkey and return meat to the Instant Pot.
- Add rinsed quinoa, low sodium chicken broth, mixed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to the pot. Stir ingredients until well combined.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, ensuring the valve is set to "Sealing" position.
- Cancel Sauté mode and switch to Manual/Pressure Cook mode. Set timer for 15 minutes at high pressure.
- Once cooking cycle completes, allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully perform quick release for remaining pressure.
- Open lid, fluff casserole with a fork, and let stand for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Plate and serve hot, optionally garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
Tips
- Always rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove its natural bitter coating and ensure a clean, nutty flavor.
- Break ground turkey into small, uniform crumbles for even cooking and better texture.
- Use a fine-mesh strainer when draining turkey to remove excess fat while retaining the meat.
- For maximum flavor, ensure your spices are fresh and not expired.
- Don't skip the natural pressure release - it helps the quinoa absorb remaining liquid and become perfectly fluffy.
- If you prefer a bit more moisture, you can add an extra 1/4 cup of chicken broth.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or chives make an excellent garnish and add a pop of color and freshness.
- For meal prep, this casserole stores beautifully in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 70mg
