Whole30 Flavorful Turkey Taco Meat
Transform your taco nights with this **Whole30 Flavorful Turkey Taco Meat**, a healthy and satisfying recipe packed with bold, zesty spices and nutrient-rich ingredients. Featuring lean ground turkey sautéed with aromatic onions, garlic, and bell pepper, this dish is seasoned to perfection with a blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano. A touch of tomato paste, juicy canned tomatoes, and a splash of lime juice bring a tangy depth to the mix, while fresh cilantro adds a burst of freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect for lettuce wraps, salads, or any Whole30-approved side. Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome goodness, it’s a quick, family-friendly meal you'll make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, diced bell pepper
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 14 oz can canned diced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 medium, juiced lime
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and diced bell pepper to the skillet, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until it's browned and no longer pink.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1 minute to allow the spices to toast.
Mix in the tomato paste, stirring to coat the turkey and vegetables evenly.
Pour in the diced tomatoes, including their juice, and water. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 8-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro and lime juice.
Serve the turkey taco meat as desired, perhaps in lettuce wraps, over a salad, or with other Whole30 compliant sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.1 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 330 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 2175 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 95.1 g | 190% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 1786 mg | 38% | |
*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.
