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Quick Ground Turkey Tacos with Salsa

These quick ground turkey tacos with salsa are warm, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights, offering comfort without much effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Filling
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey Choose lean turkey for a tender texture
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion Adds flavor to the filling
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles For zesty flavor
  • 1/2 cup salsa Provides moisture and flavor
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro Can be substituted with parsley if desired
  • 1 to 2 tbsp water Only if the mixture looks dry
For the Taco Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp mild chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt Or to taste
For Toppings
  • To taste shredded lettuce
  • To taste diced tomato
  • To taste shredded cheese
  • To taste sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • To taste avocado
  • To taste lime wedges For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, stir together the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt to make the taco seasoning.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the ground turkey and diced onion, breaking the meat into small crumbles while it cooks.
Cooking
  1. Cook until the turkey is no longer pink and reaches 165°F.
  2. Stir the homemade taco seasoning into the cooked turkey, ensuring even coating.
  3. Add the diced green chiles, chopped cilantro, and salsa, stirring everything together. If the mixture looks dry, add 1 to 2 tablespoons water.
  4. Let the filling simmer gently for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
Assembly
  1. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side, or microwave them in a damp towel for about 30 seconds.
  2. Spoon the turkey filling into the tortillas and add your favorite toppings.
  3. Serve immediately.
Storage
  1. Let the filling cool before storing it in an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
  2. Reheat filling in a skillet or microwave until warm.

Notes

For best results, avoid overcooking the turkey and ensure even seasoning. You can customize toppings based on your family preferences.