High Protein Mini Tacos
Elevate taco night with these High Protein Mini Tacos — a mouthwatering and nutritious twist on a crowd-favorite! Packed with lean ground turkey and hearty black beans, these bite-sized tacos offer a satisfying boost of protein without sacrificing flavor. A blend of taco seasoning delivers bold, zesty notes, while crisp shredded lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and sharp cheddar cheese add layers of fresh and vibrant textures. Tucked into lightly crisped whole wheat mini taco shells, these tacos are perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or party appetizers. Ready in just 45 minutes, they're garnished with chopped cilantro and a splash of lime for the ultimate finishing touch. Ideal for anyone seeking healthy recipes that are quick, delicious, and packed with protein!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 unit small onion, diced
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 200 grams canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 12 units whole wheat mini taco shells
- 100 grams shredded lettuce
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1 unit avocado, diced
- 100 grams shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 unit lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet, cooking and breaking it up with a spatula until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Once the turkey is cooked, drain any excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning.
Add the black beans to the skillet and mix well to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes and then remove from heat.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Arrange the mini taco shells on a baking sheet and place them in the oven for 3-4 minutes until lightly crisped.
Fill each taco shell with a portion of the turkey and bean mixture.
Top each mini taco with shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
Serve immediately with additional lime wedges on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.4 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.9 g | 219% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 462 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 5691 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.6 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.0 g | 193% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 162.6 g | 325% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1148 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 2434 mg | 52% | |
*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.
