Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos
Turn up the heat on taco night with these irresistible Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos! This quick and healthy dinner recipe combines lean ground turkey seasoned with a bold blend of chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne for a fiery kick. Fresh lime juice adds a zesty finish to the savory filling, while toppings like crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and creamy sour cream or Greek yogurt balance the spice beautifully. Wrapped in warm tortillas and customizable with extras like sliced jalapeños or chopped cilantro, these tacos are ready in just 25 minutes and perfect for a crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy, flavor-packed recipe is sure to become your new go-to taco fix!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 0.5 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 0.5 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet if necessary.
Add the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the turkey mixture. Stir to evenly coat the meat in the spices.
Cook for 2-3 more minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lime juice for a fresh burst of flavor.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Assemble the tacos by dividing the ground turkey mixture among the tortillas.
Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, jalapeño slices (if using), sour cream or Greek yogurt, and fresh cilantro as desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.0 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 481 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.4 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 413 mg | 9% | |
*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.
