Orange and Yellow: These colors in produce mean they contain beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin, phytochemicals that belong to the carotenoid group. Beta-carotene is a building block for vitamin A and can help protect skin from toxins and disease, help keep the immune system healthy, and block free radicals which can cause cancer. Lutein and zeaxanthin help to keep your eyes healthy and reduce risk for age-related eye disease.
In a large frying pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add oil. When oil shimmers, add onions, mushrooms, and salt. Cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Add squash and cook, stirring often, for another 3 minutes. Add turkey, garlic powder, and black pepper. Cook and stir, breaking turkey into pieces, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Stir in chili powder, chipotle chile powder, cumin, and oregano. Transfer to a large slow cooker.
Add quinoa, tomatoes, beans, beer, and chicken
broth. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours, until squash
is tender. Stir in additional chicken broth if chili is thicker than desired.
Serve warm with desired toppings.
Nutrition per serving: 410 calories; 6g total fat (1g saturated); 700mg sodium; 55g carbohydrates; 13g dietary fiber; 4g sugar (0g added sugar); 31g protein
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