Turkey Tacos

Turkey Tacos
Yields4 Servings
DifficultyIntermediatePrep Time15 minsCook Time45 mins
 1 lb Ground Turkeyextra lean (98-99% fat free)
 1 Onionmedium sized, chopped
 4 cloves of garlicechopped
 5 ½ tbsp Homemade Taco Seasoning
 8 tbsp Salsa
 2 tbsp Shredded CheeseMexican Blend, reduced fat
 4 tbsp Sour Creamfat free
 ½ cup Lettuceshredded
 8 Hard Shell Tacos
 Cilantrofor garnish
1

In a non-stick pan, over medium-high heat, sauté chopped onions; add ground turkey and cook for 5 minutes. Add chopped garlic and taco seasoning. Cook until the mixture is dry.

2

To assemble the tacos: add 2 tablespoons of turkey meat, 1 tablespoon of salsa, 1⁄2 tablespoon sour cream, 1⁄4 tablespoon of shredded cheese, and 1 tablespoon of lettuce. Repeat to make 8 Tacos.

3

Enjoy!

4

Taco Seasoning*
Ingredients:

1⁄2 tsp. Chili Powder
1 tsp. Cumin Powder
1⁄2 tsp. Coriander Powder
1⁄2 tsp. Paprika
1 tsp. Oregano
1⁄2 tsp. Sugar
1⁄2 tsp. Salt

Method:
1. Combine all ingredients and mix well.

Salsa**
Ingredients:

1 Onion, medium, quartered
2 Tomatoes, Roma, quartered
1 Jalapeno Pepper, halved
3 Tbsp. Lemon Juice
1 Garlic Clove
1⁄4 cup Cilantro

Method:
-Add Onion, tomatoes, jalapeno, lemon juice, garlic and cilantro in a blender and blend until smooth.
-Serve with Tacos.

Chef's Tip:

To further reduce sodium & saturated fat content, decrease salt in the seasoning mix to 1/4 tsp & replace taco shells with lettuce and enjoy a "Lettuce Taco" instead!


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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 2 Tacos

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 320Calories from Fat 70
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 75mg25%
Sodium 460mg20%
Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 6g
Protein 33g66%

Vitamin A 25%
Vitamin C 30%
Calcium 10%
Iron 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.