Radical Savory Spiced Ground Turkey

Transform your weeknight dinners with this Radical Savory Spiced Ground Turkey recipe—a bold and flavorful twist on a classic protein! This quick, 30-minute dish combines tender ground turkey with aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and coriander, elevated by tangy lime juice and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. A splash of soy sauce and a dollop of tomato paste create a rich, umami-packed base that’s perfect for pairing with rice, stuffing into tacos, or serving in fresh lettuce wraps. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this versatile and healthy recipe is both easy to prepare and bursting with crave-worthy flavor, making it a go-to for your weekly meal rotation. Perfect for those searching for spicy ground turkey recipes or quick, savory dinner ideas!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.25 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 0 salt, to taste
• 0 black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the finely diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Push the onion and garlic to one side of the skillet and add the ground turkey. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to break up the turkey into small pieces as it cooks.

Step 5

Cook the turkey for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s browned and cooked through.

Step 6

Sprinkle the ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, dried oregano, and red chili flakes (if using) over the turkey. Stir well to coat the meat evenly with the spices.

Step 7

Add in the tomato paste, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir until the ingredients are well-combined, and cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Lower the heat to medium-low, squeeze in the lime juice, and season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the turkey mixture is slightly caramelized and aromatic.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro on top for garnish.

Step 11

Serve hot as a filling for tacos, over rice, or in lettuce wraps. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(266.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	168.1

Total Fat 1.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1423.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 9.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 129.7mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 784.9mg	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: 8.3%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 73.0%