Healthy Ground Turkey Tacos
Healthy ground turkey tacos are a flavorful and nutritious take on a classic favorite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe features lean turkey seasoned to perfection, served on your choice of tortillas, and topped with fresh and healthy ingredients.Perfect for a quick dinner, meal prep, or Taco Tuesday.
Ingredients
For the Taco Filling:
- 1 lb lean ground turkey 93% lean or higher
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp olive oil optional, for sautéing if needed
For the Tacos:
- 8 small tortillas whole wheat, corn, or grain-free
Suggested Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup diced red onion
- 1 avocado sliced or mashed (optional)
- ½ cup shredded low-fat cheese or dairy-free alternative
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt optional, as a sour cream substitute
- Fresh cilantro and lime wedges optional, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Gather all the ingredients and chop the vegetables for toppings.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
Cook the Ground Turkey:
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil if necessary.
- Add the ground turkey and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until no longer pink.
Season the Turkey:
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the turkey and mix well.
- Add ½ cup water, stir, and bring to a simmer. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Assemble the Tacos:
- Place a portion of the seasoned turkey mixture onto each tortilla.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onions, avocado, cheese, and Greek yogurt as desired.
Garnish and Serve:
- Add fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!