Rainbow Taco Dip

Ingredients:

  • 1 package pound ground turkey
  • 1 jar coarsely chopped salsa
  • 1 can sweet corn (drained)
  • 3 sweet bell peppers (assorted colours)
  • 2 green onions
  • 1 can black olives (small)
  • 1 package taco seasoning
  • 1⁄3 cup shredded cheese (I use a Mexican blend)
  • 1⁄2 cup queso fresco

Yield:

4 servings

Instructions:

  1. Brown the turkey in a pan on medium-high heat.
  2. Add taco seasoning according to the packet directions. Most ground turkey will not need significant drainage of grease.
  3. Mix well and set aside to cool.
  4. Dice coloured peppers and green onions into small pieces. Slice olives if unsliced.
  5. Spread cooled meat across a shallow casserole dish. 
  6. Add drained corn in a layer and spread to balance flavours. 
  7. Spread a layer of salsa, followed by shredded cheese.
  8. Layer peppers on top of the mix in rainbow-style arcs. Finish layers with green onions and olives.
  9. Crumble queso fresco across the top.
  10. Bake at 375 F for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and hot.
  11. Serve warm with your favourite chips.
     

Notes:

  • Swap refried beans or soy crumbles for turkey for a vegetarian meal.
  • Swap green onions for jalapenos for extra spice.
  • Switch up the salsa hotness to add more or less “kick” (just don’t choose a super runny and smooth variety or your dip will get soggy).

Cooking time:

30 minutes

Preparation time:

40 minutes