Description
This ground turkey taco recipe offers a zesty, aromatic transformation of ground turkey, promising a flavorful fiesta. Perfect for busy families seeking healthy, easy dinner ideas and anyone needing a quick, hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 0.5 cup water or broth
- 12 small corn or flour tortillas
- Toppings (your choice): shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack), sour cream or Greek yogurt, avocado or guacamole, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Measure and gather all other ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
- Brown Turkey: Heat olive oil in a large 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up, until no longer pink (about 7-10 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
- Build Flavor: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the turkey. Cook until the onion softens (about 3-4 minutes). Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Add Salsa Verde Splash: Pour in the salsa verde and water or broth. Stir well. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to thicken. If the mixture seems too dry, add a splash more broth or water.
- Warm Tortillas: While the turkey mixture simmers, warm your tortillas in a dry skillet, microwave, or oven until soft and pliable (about 2-3 minutes).
- Assemble Tacos: Fill warm tortillas with the zesty ground turkey and salsa verde mixture. Pile on your favorite toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
For budget-friendly swaps, consider store-brand salsa verde or making your own taco seasoning. Always pick firm, ripe avocados and vibrant cilantro for the best flavor. For a faster method, use pre-chopped onion and garlic. For a healthier twist, opt for low-sodium taco seasoning and salsa verde. If tacos seem too spicy, a dollop of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt can cool down the heat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tacos
- Calories: 500 calories
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: easy dinner, ground turkey, tacos, salsa verde, weeknight, family-friendly, healthy, quick