Best 8 Turkey Tacos With Spicy Tomatoes Recipes

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The savory turkey tacos with spicy tomatoes are a quick and easy meal that can be prepared in under an hour. The recipe calls for ground turkey, taco seasoning, tomatoes, salsa, and other ingredients. This delightful dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have much time to cook. The flavorful combination of turkey, tomatoes, and spices will surely tantalize your taste buds. Serve these tacos with your favorite toppings, such as shredded lettuce, sour cream, guacamole, and cheese, for a complete meal.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SOFT TURKEY TACOS



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Note to parents: Never leave a child unattended in the kitchen. These recipes are appropriate for children of various ages, 4 to 10. When a recipe calls for cooking on the stove or using a paring knife, an adult should do those activities and let the child assist, if age appropriate.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 17m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 small onion, diced
1 cup diced zucchini
1/4 cup mild salsa, plus more for passing at the table
8 ounces raw turkey sausages
1/2 cup shredded Monterey jack
8 corn tortillas
1 ripe avocado
Salt and pepper
4 iceberg lettuce leaves, shredded
1 wooden spoon
1 medium saute pan
2 medium bowls
Paring knife (use with an adult)
1 fork
1 microwave

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in medium non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the zucchini, the salsa, and a couple tablespoons of water. Cover, cook for 5 minutes, or until the squash is tender. Transfer the vegetable mixture to a bowl with a spoon.
  • Squish the sausage meat from its casing into the same skillet. (Discard the casings.) Break the meat up with a wooden spoon. Cook the meat over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes or until it loses its color. Add the meat to the vegetables. Add the cheese and stir. Set aside.
  • Cut avocado in half. Using a spoon, scrape the avocado from the skin into another bowl. Smash the avocado with a fork and season with salt and pepper.
  • Wrap the tortillas in moist paper towels. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute or until warm. Lay out the tortillas and divide the turkey mixture evenly on top. Top with lettuce and avocado, fold the tortillas over and serve with salsa.

SPICY TURKEY TACOS



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So easy, so healthy and so good-I love these whenever I'm in the mood for a little Mexican food. With a hint of cinnamon, these tacos have an unusual blend of seasonings that's exotic and mouthwatering. -Kendra Doss, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 taco shells
1 pound extra-lean ground turkey
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 cup salsa
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups shredded lettuce
1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
Cubed avocado and additional salsa, optional

Steps:

  • Heat taco shells according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in salsa and spices; heat through. Serve immediately, or cool before placing in a freezer container. , To serve, fill each taco shell with 1/3 cup turkey mixture. Serve with lettuce, cheese, sour cream and, if desired, optional ingredients., Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers for up to 3 months. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary. Serve as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 502mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY TURKEY TACOS



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Tastier, cheaper, and healthier than the traditional beef with store bought seasoning. If you're not sure about the turkey, go with ground turkey thighs---it's darker, and most people will never know the difference.

Provided by JelsMom

Categories     Turkey Breasts

Time 20m

Yield 8 tacos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4-1 lb ground turkey breast
6 -8 taco shells
4 teaspoons whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon sea salt
3/4 teaspoon onion flakes
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (the more you add the spicier the tacos!)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon unbleached cane sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground oregano
1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
1/2 cup 2% cheddar cheese
1/3 cup picante sauce
2 tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 onion, coarsely chopped
1 cup lettuce, shredded

Steps:

  • Whisk together all seasoning ingredients in small bowl. Set aside.
  • Brown meat in large skillet. Add seasoning mixture and 2/3 cup water; mix thoroughly.
  • Bring to boil, then reduce to low heat. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Heat taco shells according to package instructions.
  • Spoon meat into warmed taco shells.
  • Top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.6, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 68, Sodium 953, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 29.2

SPICY TURKEY TACOS



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Great way to use all that leftover turkey! Serve tacos with lettuce, shredded cheese, and sour cream.

Provided by kim

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 3h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound shredded cooked turkey meat
⅓ cup chopped cilantro
1 large jalapeno pepper, stemmed and halved
1 (1 ounce) envelope hot taco seasoning mix
2 cups chicken broth, or as needed
6 small flour tortillas, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine turkey, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, and taco seasoning mix in a slow cooker; pour in enough chicken broth to almost cover all the ingredients.
  • Cook on Low for at least 3 hours.
  • Heat a griddle over medium-low heat and cook tortillas until warmed, about 30 seconds per side. Fill tortillas with turkey mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Cholesterol 57.5 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 602 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

SPICY GROUND TURKEY TACOS



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Make and share this Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mike 2

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 tacos, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon oregano
6 ounces lean ground turkey
1/2 cup onion, chopped
4 (6 inch) whole wheat tortillas
1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups lettuce, shredded
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup salsa

Steps:

  • In a non stick pan add the turkey and onions, cook over medium heat until the turkey has browned and onions are translucent, drain. Add spices and stir to mix.
  • To serve, place 1/4 cup of the turkey in each tortilla. Top with 1 tablespoon cheese, 1/4 of the tomatoes, 1/2 cup lettuce, and 2 tablespoons salsa.
  • Caloies 340, fat 13 gm, fiber 7gm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.4, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 82.4, Sodium 601.2, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 7.5, Protein 21.8

TURKEY TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: oil, lean ground turkey, taco seasoning, salt, pepper, canned diced tomato

Provided by Swasti Shukla

Categories     Lunch

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

oil
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 oz taco seasoning, 1 packet
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
28 oz canned diced tomato, drained

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over high heat. Once hot, add oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the ground turkey and break apart with a spatula.
  • Add taco seasoning, salt, and pepper and stir, cooking until meat has browned and is fully cooked through.
  • Stir in the tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes and remove from heat.
  • Assemble tacos with your favorite toppings.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 4 grams

TURKEY TACOS WITH SPICY TOMATOES



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Browned ground turkey is simmered with diced tomatoes, lentils and spices for a quick and easy taco filling.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces ground turkey breast*
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can Del Monte® Petite Diced Tomatoes, drained
1 cup refrigerated steamed lentils
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper, or more to taste
12 each corn taco shells
1 tablespoon Sour cream
1 Shredded romaine lettuce
1 slice Shredded Cheddar cheese
1 Chopped avocado
1 small Thin-sliced radishes

Steps:

  • Cook ground turkey, onion and garlic over medium heat in a large skillet until meat is brown and onion is tender; drain off fat.
  • Stir in undrained canned tomatoes, lentils, cumin and ground chipotle pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • To serve, spoon about 1/4 cup meat mixture into each taco shell. Top with sour cream, romaine, cheese, avocado and/or radishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 50.2 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 313.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

TURKEY SOFT TACOS



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"Though I'm not a native of San Antonio, I do enjoy the spicy local flavor," Pattie McGlinchey says from Texas. "Bean-and-corn turkey tacos are my 5-year-old's favorite. I love that they're a cinch to put together and healthy, too...but don't tell that to my son!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
5 plum tomatoes, chopped, divided
2 tablespoons water
4 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add half of the tomatoes. Stir in the water, paprika, cumin, chili powder and salt. Add beans and corn; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. , Place about 1/2 cup turkey mixture down the center of each tortilla; top with 1 tablespoon cheese. Fold sides of tortilla over filling. Serve with green onions, cilantro and remaining tomatoes and cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful blend of spices: The combination of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano in this recipe creates a delicious and authentic taco seasoning.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the turkey, make sure to give it enough space in the pan so that it can brown properly. Otherwise, it will steam instead of sear.
  • Cook the vegetables until they are tender-crisp: This will help them retain their flavor and texture.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The great thing about tacos is that you can customize them to your liking. Some popular toppings include shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.
  • Serve the tacos immediately: This will ensure that they are hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Turkey tacos with spicy tomatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover turkey. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. These tacos are also a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. They are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy a Mexican-inspired meal. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give these turkey tacos with spicy tomatoes a try!

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