Soft Turkey Tacos
Transform your taco night with these flavorful Soft Turkey Tacos, a quick and healthy take on a classic favorite. This recipe features seasoned ground turkey cooked with a blend of savory spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, all brought together with a touch of tomato paste and broth for a tender, flavorful filling. Pile the turkey onto warm, soft flour tortillas and layer on crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and gooey cheddar cheese. Add a dollop of tangy sour cream, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of zesty lime for the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, these tacos are perfect for busy weeknights and will delight your whole family. Whether you're craving a lighter alternative to traditional beef tacos or simply looking to spice up dinner, these turkey tacos are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground turkey
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 0.25 cup Chicken or turkey broth
- 8 small Soft flour tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.25 cup Cilantro leaves, chopped (optional)
- 1 whole Lime wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5–7 minutes.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until the turkey is evenly coated with the spices.
Add the tomato paste and stir to combine. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
Pour in the chicken or turkey broth and stir. Let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to slightly thicken.
Warm the soft flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Assemble the tacos by placing a layer of the turkey mixture onto each tortilla, followed by shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, if desired.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.6 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.9 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 6447 mg | 280% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.4 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 157.5 g | 315% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1645 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 1730 mg | 37% | |
*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.
