Ground Turkey Tacos
Ground turkey recipes offer a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional favorites. Picture succulent ground turkey sizzling in a pan, filling your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas. These easy-to-make dishes are perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, allowing you to impress guests or enjoy a cozy night in. With the versatility of ground turkey, you can customize flavors to suit your taste, making every meal a joyful experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 8 corn tortillas or large lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Chop the onion and bell pepper into small pieces, and mince the garlic.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and peppers; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add Ground Turkey: Increase heat slightly, add the ground turkey, and cook until browned (7-10 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Season Generously: Stir in spices along with salt and pepper; ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Prepare Tortillas or Wraps: Warm tortillas in another pan or prepare lettuce leaves for wrapping.
- Assemble Your Dish: Spoon the savory turkey mix onto each tortilla or wrap and top with desired toppings like salsa or avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tortillas filled (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg