Lean Turkey Chilli
Estimated $6.86 recipe · $3.43 per serving (US / USD)
A hearty turkey and bean chilli loaded with veg and warm spices.
The recipe
Lean Turkey Chilli
A hearty turkey and bean chilli loaded with veg and warm spices.
Ingredients
- 300g turkey mince
- 1 can kidney beans, drained
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves
- 400g chopped tomatoes
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Estimated recipe cost
$6.86 for 2 servings · $3.43 per serving
US grocery planning estimate in USD. Includes the amounts used from the listed ingredients, including pantry items. Prices and portion weights vary.
Ingredient-by-ingredient breakdown
| Ingredient & price basis | Cost used |
|---|---|
| 300g turkey mincePlanning assumption · $4.50 / 454 g · Uses 300g | $2.98 |
| 1 can kidney beans, drainedRetail benchmark · $0.92 / 240 g · Retail reference · Assumes 240 g per can (drained where applicable) | $0.92 |
| 1 onion, choppedRetail benchmark · $2.84 / 1361 g · Retail reference · Assumes 150 g per item | $0.31 |
| 1 red pepper, dicedPlanning assumption · $1.00 / 150 g · Assumes 150 g per item | $1.00 |
| 2 garlic clovesRetail benchmark · $0.72 / 30 g · Retail reference · Assumes 3 g per item/portion | $0.14 |
| 400g chopped tomatoesPlanning assumption · $1.00 / 400 g · Uses 400g | $1.00 |
| 1 tbsp cuminPlanning assumption · $2.00 / 60 g · 1 tbsp ≈ 7.5g | $0.25 |
| 1 tsp smoked paprikaPlanning assumption · $2.00 / 60 g · 1 tsp ≈ 2.5g | $0.08 |
| 1 tbsp olive oilRetail benchmark · $6.12 / 503 ml · Retail reference · 1 tbsp ≈ 15ml | $0.18 |
| Estimated total | $6.86 |
Retail references are representative products, not quotes for every variety. Other prices are editorial planning assumptions. Checked 9 October 2026; these are not live prices.
Price bases and quantity assumptions refer to the original recipe. Unspecified quantities use the assumptions shown above. Listed optional ingredients are included. Unlisted sides, extra seasoning, tax, energy and delivery are excluded. Buying full packages will cost more.
Instructions
- Brown the turkey in oil, then add onion, pepper and garlic; cook 6 min.
- Stir in cumin and paprika, then the tomatoes and beans.
- Simmer 18–20 min until thick and rich; season well.
- Serve with rice, or in a bowl topped with yogurt and coriander.
Recipe notes
Freezes brilliantly — make a double batch for easy lunches.
Estimated nutrition per serving
520 kcal · 44g protein. Values are estimates and vary with brands, substitutions and portions.
Recipe images may be AI-generated illustrations. Nutrition figures are estimates.