Vegetable Turkey Tacos

Transform your taco night with these irresistible Vegetable Turkey Tacos! This easy, family-friendly recipe combines lean ground turkey with a medley of fresh veggies like red bell pepper and zucchini, all infused with bold taco seasoning and a hint of tomato paste to create a flavorful, hearty filling. Ready in just 35 minutes, these tacos are perfect for busy weeknights and customizable for different tastes. Pile the savory mixture onto warm corn or flour tortillas and top with your favorite toppings—think shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, juicy diced tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream. For an extra burst of freshness, sprinkle with chopped cilantro. These healthy and delicious tacos deliver on both taste and nutrition, making them a must-try addition to your dinner rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.25 cup Water
• 8 pieces Corn or flour tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded lettuce
• 1 cup Grated cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Mix in the diced red bell pepper and zucchini, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and stir to coat the turkey and vegetables evenly.

Step 7

Add the tomato paste and water to the skillet, stirring until a sauce forms and everything is well combined. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until pliable.

Step 9

Assemble the tacos by spooning the turkey and vegetable mixture onto the tortillas.

Step 10

Top with shredded lettuce, grated cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh cilantro for extra flavor, if using. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1875.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2248.4

Total Fat 124.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 502.0mg	0%
Sodium 4362.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.7g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 139.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1353.4mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 2665.7mg	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: 49.3%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 26.2%