Slaw Taco Skillet
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant Slaw Taco Skillet, a one-pan wonder that combines bold taco flavors with a zesty slaw twist. Featuring seasoned ground beef or turkey, sautéed onions, and garlic, this recipe layers shredded cabbage and carrots for a delightfully crisp texture. Enhanced with fresh lime juice, cilantro, and optional cheddar cheese for added richness, this skillet creation is both versatile and satisfying. Serve it straight from the pan or tuck it into warm tortillas for a quick taco-style meal your family will love. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and flavorful dish is perfect for busy nights while offering a healthier spin on classic taco favorites. Keywords: Slaw Taco Skillet, one-pan recipes, taco flavors, quick dinners, healthy taco recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.25 cup water
- 4 cups bagged coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 6 pieces flour or corn tortillas (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is shimmering, add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef (or turkey) to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the meat, then add the tomato paste and water. Stir well to evenly coat the meat and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Spread the coleslaw mix over the top of the seasoned meat in the skillet. Cover with a lid and let the slaw steam for 3-4 minutes until slightly wilted but still crunchy.
Remove the lid and drizzle the lime juice over the skillet. Add the chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and allow it to melt for 1-2 minutes.
Serve hot as-is, or spoon into tortillas for an easy taco-style meal. Garnish with extra lime wedges or cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.1 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.7 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 483 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 6994 mg | 304% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.5 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 137.6 g | 275% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1388 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 25.4 mg | 141% | |
| Potassium | 3007 mg | 64% | |
*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.
