Ground Turkey Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
268 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
Ground Turkey Tacos
Description
Ground Turkey Tacos use lean ground turkey cooked with sautéed onions and garlic as a flavorful base. The addition of a taco seasoning blend composed of chili powder, cumin, oregano, and other spices imparts a classic Mexican-inspired taste profile. The mixture is simmered with tomato paste and water to develop a thick and cohesive taco filling. Baking the taco shells just before assembly warms them through and creates a crisp texture if using hard shells.
The filling's texture combines tender browned turkey with softened onions, enriched by the thick tomato paste sauce. The smoky, spicy, and herbaceous seasoning balances the mild turkey meat. This recipe allows for varied toppings, offering flexibility to suit different preferences.
These tacos can be served as a quick weeknight dinner or as part of a taco bar where guests add their favorite toppings. The recipe yields enough filling for about eight shells. Nutritional information excludes toppings, which can range from fresh vegetables to cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ½ onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ⅔ cup water
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 8 taco shells hard or soft
- toppings as desired
Taco Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ tablespoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Over medium heat cook onion and garlic until soft.
- Add ground turkey and brown until no pink remains. Drain any fat.
- Meanwhile, mix taco seasoning ingredients in a small bowl.
- Add seasoning mixture, water, and tomato paste to the cooked turkey. Bring to a simmer and let simmer 5 minutes or until thickened.
- Meanwhile preheat oven to 350°F. Place taco shells on a tray and bake 5 minutes or until heated.
- Fill taco shells with meat and desired toppings.
Notes
- Nutrition facts do not include taco toppings, which can significantly change calories and other values.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 268 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 268 | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 510mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 570mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 801IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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