Harvest Garden Turkey Taco Filling

Transform your taco night with this hearty and wholesome Harvest Garden Turkey Taco Filling, a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, lean ground turkey, and bold spices. Packed with nutrient-rich zucchini, shredded carrots, and black beans, this recipe is not just delicious but also a nutritious twist on traditional taco fillings. Flavored with aromatic chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, every bite bursts with zesty, smoky goodness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile dish works perfectly in taco shells, over fluffy rice, or nestled in crisp lettuce wraps. Whether you're meal prepping or feeding a hungry crowd, this garden-inspired turkey taco filling is sure to please!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced (any color)
• 1 small zucchini, diced
• 2 small carrots, peeled and shredded
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, with juices
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell pepper, then sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the diced zucchini, shredded carrots, and minced garlic. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the ground turkey. Break it up with a spoon and cook until it's no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir the cooked turkey and vegetables together, then mix in the black beans and diced tomatoes (with their juices).

Step 6

Add the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and any excess liquid cooks off.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving, if desired.

Step 9

Serve the turkey taco filling warm in taco shells, over rice, or in lettuce wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1442.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1174.9

Total Fat 49.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 324.0mg	0%
Sodium 3647.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.6g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 111.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 346.8mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 3281.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.9%

Protein: 36.0%

Carbs: 28.1%