Salsa & Eggs Turkey Skillet – High Protein Recipe

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

August 15, 2016

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Salsa & Eggs Turkey Skillet – High Protein Recipe

 

Salsa Egg Turkey Skillet - High Protein WLS Recipe

 

What’s better than protein?

Protein on TOP of protein! ;) This super easy skillet dinner is a fun change of pace for those bariatric patients who really enjoy eggs. Talk about a powerful protein punch! Add your favorite jar of salsa to lean ground turkey (yes, beef is okay too as long as its 93% or greater) and crack a few eggs on top. Delicious!

Because this meal is so dense and filling, be sure to take very small bites and eat slowly. Aim for 20-30 minute meals but don’t graze on your meal any longer than 30 minutes. The first bite you took will be on it’s way out and you’ll still be eating. Therefore taking too long to eat is counter productive to portion control.

Cooking for one?? Split the ground turkey and utilize the other half of the package for another recipe such as one of these recipes for Bariatric Friendly Turkey Burgers! Then you can alternate your meals between the very different flavors of this Salsa & Eggs Turkey Skillet and Avocado Burgers. One package of turkey and two super easy, delicious and WLS friendly meals! You’re winning!!

 

Salsa Egg Turkey Skillet - High Protein WLS Recipe

Salsa & Eggs Turkey Skillet - High Protein Recipe

Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 243kcal
Author: Steph Wagner
Fast and easy meal using lean ground turkey, salsa and eggs. This bariatric friendly recipes is packed with protein and sure to fill you up and keep you full! The key to weight-loss success!
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey
  • 1 jar (16 oz) salsa of choice
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Heat nonstick skillet to medium high heat. Brown ground turkey and drain.
  • Add salsa and cumin and stir to combine. Crack eggs over top of ground turkey, season with salt and pepper and cover. Cook until set, about 6-8 minutes. Let cool slightly and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 4oz | Calories: 243kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 270mg | Sodium: 297mg | Potassium: 316mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 357IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition Facts
Salsa & Eggs Turkey Skillet - High Protein Recipe
Amount Per Serving (4 oz)
Calories 243 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 270mg90%
Sodium 297mg13%
Potassium 316mg9%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 23g46%
Vitamin A 357IU7%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 54mg5%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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