High Protein Crispy Tacos
Elevate your taco night with these High Protein Crispy Tacos, a delicious and wholesome meal that’s packed with flavor and nutrition. Featuring lean ground turkey, hearty black beans, and a medley of warm spices like cumin, paprika, and chili powder, this recipe delivers a protein punch in every bite. The crispy corn tortillas are baked to golden perfection, providing a satisfying crunch that pairs beautifully with fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these tacos offer a high-protein, low-fat alternative to traditional recipes without sacrificing taste. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a fun meal prep idea, serve them with lime wedges for an extra burst of zest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey breast
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 small, diced Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed Black beans
- 8 small Corn tortillas
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
- 1 cup, shredded Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium, sliced Avocado
- 1 cut into wedges Lime
- 0.5 cup, shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 2-3 minutes until they become translucent and fragrant.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it down with a spatula, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes.
Stir in the paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the cooked turkey. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
Add the drained and rinsed black beans to the turkey mixture, stirring them in, and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until heated through.
Preheat an oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray each corn tortilla with cooking spray on both sides and drape them over the oven rack to shape them into a taco form.
Bake the tortillas for about 6-8 minutes or until they are crispy and golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Once the tortillas are crispy, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Assemble the tacos by filling each crispy tortilla with the meat and bean mixture, then top with shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and cheddar cheese.
Serve the crispy high protein tacos with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.0 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 364 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 3409 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.0 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.0 g | 196% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 183.2 g | 366% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 765 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 3361 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
