In my house, Turkey Tacos are a sure thing—we never have leftovers. I love this recipe because it’s ready in less than 30 minutes and it’s packed with loads of nutrient-rich ingredients.

Feel free to add extra flavor and spice by whipping up my DIY Taco Seasoning Blend; you can make a big batch and stash it in your pantry so you always have it on hand.

For more delicious dinners, try my Black Bean Tacos and Savory Swedish Meatballs!

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Turkey Tacos

In my house, Turkey Tacos are a sure thing—we never have leftovers. I love this recipe because it’s ready in less than 30 minutes and it’s packed with loads of nutrient-rich ingredients.
Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 1¼ pounds ground turkey, at least 90% lean
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix, preferably low-sodium or 2 tablespoons of my DIY Taco Seasoning Blend
  • 2 cups chopped or shredded lettuce
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
  • 8 corn taco shells, hard or soft
  • Salsa and/or hot sauce, optional
  • Nonfat plain Greek yogurt or light sour cream, optional
  • Optional toppings of your choice, feel free to experiment with other toppings, including chopped bell peppers, red onions, beans, corn, guacamole and more

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet misted with nonstick oil spray, cook the turkey over medium-high heat until browned. Drain the fat. Stir in the taco seasoning with a bit of water (as indicated on the seasoning package) and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Evenly divide the turkey mixture, lettuce, tomato, and cheese among the taco shells. Top with salsa, hot sauce, and Greek yogurt, if desired. Alternatively, set up a toppings bar and let everyone fend for themselves.

Notes

A serving is 2 tacos
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN

Nutrition Information per serving

Calories: 370Carbohydrates: 22gProtein: 43gTotal Fat: 13g— Unsaturated Fat: 8g— Saturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 850mgFiber: 2gTotal Sugar: 1g— Natural Sugar: 1g— Added Sugar: 0g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
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