Steve's Kitchen/Dinner/Quick

Lean Turkey Tacos

Taco Tuesday, Fit Edition

"All the flavor, fraction of the fat. Your macros will thank you."

20Minutes
35gProtein
1/5Difficulty
320Cal/2 tacos
35gProtein
24gCarbs
10gFat

The Ingredients

Serves 4 (2 tacos each).

The Meat

  • 1.5 lbs99% lean ground turkey
  • 1 tbspOlive oil
  • 2 tbspTaco seasoning (homemade or packet)
  • ¼ cupWater

Homemade Taco Seasoning

  • 1 tbspChili powder
  • 1 tspCumin
  • ½ tspPaprika
  • ½ tspGarlic powder
  • ¼ tspOnion powder
  • ¼ tspOregano
  • Salt & pepperTo taste

The Tacos

  • 8Corn tortillas (or lettuce wraps)
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Greek yogurt (sour cream swap)
  • Salsa
  • Lime wedges

The Method

1

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2

Add turkey, break it up, and cook until browned (8-10 min).

Flavor Tip

Let the turkey get some color before breaking it up too much. Browning = flavor.

3

Add taco seasoning and water. Stir and simmer 2-3 minutes until liquid absorbs.

4

Warm tortillas (or prep lettuce cups for lower carb).

5

Build tacos with meat and your choice of toppings. Squeeze lime over.

Variations

Taco Bowl

Skip the tortillas. Serve over cauliflower rice with all toppings.

Add Veggies

Sauté diced peppers and onions with the turkey for volume.

Meal Prep

Cook a double batch. Reheat meat throughout the week for quick meals.