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Juicy Ground Turkey Tacos with fresh toppings recipe

Beginner-Friendly Ground Turkey Tacos Recipe


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  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 people 1x

Description

Savor the juicy ground turkey tacos infused with aromatic spices like cumin and chili powder, paired with zesty tomatoes and fresh lime, all wrapped in soft tortilla shells.


Ingredients

  • Canola oil, 1-2 tablespoons
  • Ground turkey, 1 lb
  • Yellow onion, chopped, 1
  • Garlic cloves, minced, 4
  • Chili powder, 1 tablespoon
  • Cumin, 2 teaspoons
  • Oregano, 1 teaspoon
  • Salt, 1 teaspoon
  • Tomatoes with chilies, undrained, 10 oz can
  • Fresh lime juice, 1 squeeze
  • Tortilla shells


Instructions

  1. Begin by heating a skillet over medium-high heat. Incorporate the oil, ground turkey, onion, and garlic into the skillet. Stir and cook until the meat is fully browned and broken apart.
  2. Next, mix in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and the can of tomatoes with chilies. Stir well to combine.
  3. Lower the heat to medium-low and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes until the meat mixture is thoroughly heated. Squeeze approximately 1 teaspoon of fresh lime juice over the mixture. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

TECHNIQUE TIP: Sauté the onions and garlic until translucent before adding the turkey to enhance the flavor base of the tacos.

STORAGE: Store leftover cooked turkey mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet before serving.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
  • Calories: 196 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 682 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 62 mg