Turkey Tacos

Dinner
Written By Brittyn Coleman, MS, RDN/LD

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

  • 1 Garlic (clove, large, minced)

  • 1 lb Extra Lean Ground Turkey

  • 2 tbsps Tomato Paste

  • 1/4 cup Water

  • 1 1/2 tsps Taco Seasoning

  • 1 Avocado (medium, sliced)

  • 1 1/2 ozs Pickled Red Onions

  • 3 tbsps Cilantro (coarsely chopped)

  • 6 Whole Wheat Tortilla

Directions

  1. Heat a cast-iron pan over medium heat. Add the oil and garlic and sauté until fragrant.

  2. Add the turkey, breaking it up as it cooks. Cook for three minutes. Add the tomato paste, water, and taco seasoning and mix well. Cover and cook until the turkey is cooked through.

  3. To make your tacos, add the turkey, avocado, pickled onions, and cilantro to the tortillas. Enjoy!

Notes

Leftovers: Refrigerate the turkey in an airtight container for up to three days. Keep the rest of the ingredients separate. Cut the avocado when ready to serve.

Serving Size: One serving is two tacos.

Additional Toppings: Shredded cheese, hot sauce, shredded cabbage, and/or pickled jalapeños.

Gluten-Free: Use corn tortillas.

No Taco Seasoning: Use chili powder instead.

Nutrition Facts

Makes 3 Servings

Nutrients per serving: Calories: 622 | Protein: 38 grams | Fiber: 13 grams | Carbohydrates: 48 grams | Fat: 33 grams | Sugar: 5 grams

Brittyn Coleman, MS, RDN/LD https://www.autismdietitian.com
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