Sugar-Free Flavorful Turkey Taco Meat

Elevate your next taco night with this irresistibly tasty, sugar-free flavorful turkey taco meat! Packed with protein and seasoned to perfection, this healthy recipe combines lean ground turkey, zesty lime juice, and a bold blend of spices including chili powder, cumin, and paprika. The addition of sautéed onions and garlic enhances the savory depth, while optional fresh cilantro offers a vibrant finishing touch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this low-carb, sugar-free taco filling is perfect for tacos, burritos, or even served over a fresh salad. Whether you’re following a keto, paleo, or simply clean-eating lifestyle, this turkey taco meat is a game-changing, guilt-free option for all your Tex-Mex cravings.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 4

Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Use a spatula to break it apart into small crumbles as it cooks.

Step 5

Cook the turkey until it is no longer pink and is well browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Once the turkey is cooked, lower the heat to medium. Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes over the turkey. Stir well to coat the meat evenly with the spices.

Step 7

Pour in the water and lime juice. Stir to combine and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated and the flavor develops.

Step 8

Taste the turkey mixture and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat. Optional: Stir in fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Serve the flavored turkey taco meat in taco shells, burritos, or over a salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(739.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1013.4

Total Fat 61.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 322.0mg	0%
Sodium 1607.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 26.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 6.2g
Protein 88.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 96.2mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 397.2mg	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: 54.8%

Protein: 35.0%

Carbs: 10.3%