Healthy Ground Turkey Tacos
These Healthy Ground Turkey Tacos are lean, flavorful, and packed with wholesome goodness. Seasoned ground turkey is perfectly spiced and tucked into soft tortillas with fresh toppings for a satisfying, guilt-free meal. They’re quick, easy, and ideal for family dinners or a tasty weeknight taco night.
Ingredients
For the Turkey Filling:
- 1 lb 450 g lean ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lime
For Serving:
- 8 small corn or whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
- 1 medium tomato diced
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup shredded reduced-fat cheese optional
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or light sour cream optional
- Lime wedges
Instructions
Prep the ingredients.
- Chop onion, garlic, tomato, and cilantro. Shred lettuce or cabbage.
Cook the aromatics.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Brown the turkey.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it into small pieces with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes.
Season the meat.
- Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat evenly. Pour in the broth and simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add lime juice.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh lime juice for a bright, zesty finish.
Warm the tortillas.
- Heat tortillas in a dry skillet, oven, or microwave until pliable. Wrap in a towel to keep warm.
Assemble the tacos.
- Spoon turkey filling onto tortillas, then top with lettuce, tomato, cilantro, cheese, and a dollop of Greek yogurt if desired.
Serve immediately.
- Offer lime wedges on the side and enjoy while warm.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Use lean ground turkey for a healthier protein option.
- Season with taco spices for bold, authentic flavor.
- Cook turkey thoroughly but avoid over-browning to retain moisture.
- Serve with corn or whole wheat tortillas for extra fiber.
- Add fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado for freshness.
- Cheese and Greek yogurt can be used as creamy toppings.
- Leftover cooked turkey can be stored in the fridge up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave before serving.
🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: 310 kcal,Carbohydrates: 26 g,
Fiber: 5 g,
Sugars: 2 g,
Protein: 28 g,
Fat: 12 g,
Saturated Fat: 3 g,
Cholesterol: 80 mg,
Sodium: 540 mg,
Potassium: 620 mg,
Calcium: 90 mg,
Iron: 2.8 mg