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Five ground turkey tacos served in tortillas and topped with lettuce, shredded cheese, tomatoes and cilantro.
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4.88 from 8 votes

Easy Ground Turkey Tacos

Juicy ground turkey tacos made with simple ingredients and a flavorful seasoning blend. Ready in 20 minutes and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time17 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Lunch/Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 3
Author: Brittany Mullins

Ingredients

  • ½ Tablespoon olive or avocado oil
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup water
  • Corn or flour tortillas

Toppings

  • Shredded cheese
  • Romaine lettuce
  • tomatoes pico de gallo or salsa
  • Cilantro
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  • Add oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 3-5 minutes.
    ½ Tablespoon olive or avocado oil, 1 yellow onion, 2 cloves garlic
  • Add ground turkey and cook until brown, about 5-7 minutes. Use a wooden spoon to break up the meat while cooking.
    1 lb ground turkey
  • Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
    1 Tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, ¼ teaspoon paprika, ¼ teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Pour in the water and tomato sauce and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed.
    ¼ cup water, 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • While turkey mixture is simmering, heat the tortillas in a dry pan over medium-high heat, or wrap them in foil and heat in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes.
  • Assemble the tacos by spooning the turkey mixture onto the tortillas and topping with your desired toppings

Notes

  • Use 93% lean turkey: I’ve found this gives the best balance of flavor and moisture without being too greasy.
  • Don’t skip the simmer: Letting the turkey cook with the sauce for a few minutes is key for keeping it juicy and flavorful.
  • Break the meat up well: Smaller crumbles give you a better texture and make the tacos easier to eat.
  • Storage: Store leftover taco meat in the fridge for up to 4–5 days and reheat before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 3 tacos w/o toppings | Calories: 435kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 966mg | Potassium: 516mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 9g