Warm Hearth Low Fat Tacos (Printable)
Lean turkey mingles with fresh veggies and spices for a light, vibrant meal perfect any day.
# List of ingredients:
→ Protein
01 - 1 lb lean ground turkey (or extra-lean ground chicken)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
06 - 2 medium tomatoes, diced
07 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
08 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 1 tbsp chili powder
10 - 1 tsp ground cumin
11 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
12 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
13 - 1/2 tsp salt
14 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Other
15 - 8 small corn tortillas (6-inch, preferably whole grain)
16 - 1/2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt (as a sour cream alternative)
17 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# Steps:
01 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until no longer pink (about 5 minutes).
02 - Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pan. Sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in the bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are just tender.
04 - Add the diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and simmer for 4–5 minutes, until most of the liquid has evaporated and flavors are blended.
05 - Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
06 - Assemble each taco with a generous spoonful of turkey-vegetable mixture, shredded lettuce, a dollop of Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get all the bold taco flavors without that weighed-down feeling afterwards
- The vegetables keep everything moist so you wont miss the fat one bit
02 -
- Lean turkey can dry out if overcooked, so keep an eye on the pan and do not go past the recommended time
- Warming tortillas makes all the difference between a good taco and a great one
03 -
- Double the spice mixture if your family prefers bold flavors, then store the extra in a labeled jar
- The turkey mixture freezes beautifully, so make a double batch and save half for an emergency dinner