Description
These Ground Turkey Tacos are a quick, flavorful weeknight meal featuring lean ground turkey seasoned with a homemade blend of chili powder, coriander, and garlic. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a family-friendly dinner topped with your favorite cheese and served warm in tortillas.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
Toppings
- Shredded cheese, as desired
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, preparing the pan to cook the turkey evenly without sticking.
- Cook the turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring and breaking it into smaller pieces until fully browned. Drain any excess grease to keep the dish lean.
- Add seasoning and sauce: Stir in tomato sauce, chili powder, ground coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, and salt. Mix thoroughly to coat the turkey evenly with flavors.
- Simmer briefly: Cook the mixture for an additional minute to allow the spices to combine and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Remove from heat: Take the skillet off the heat to prevent overcooking and maintain the perfect texture.
- Assemble tacos: Spoon the seasoned turkey mixture into warm tortillas, then top each with shredded cheese or your favorite toppings to serve.
Notes
- These ground turkey tacos are packed with flavor using homemade taco seasoning, making them a delicious and healthy weeknight dinner option.
- Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy families looking for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Use lean ground turkey to keep the dish lower in fat but still high in protein.
- Feel free to add extra toppings like lettuce, salsa, or avocado for more flavor and texture options.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 149 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 221 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 56 mg
