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Crispy Baked Ground Turkey Tacos with Avocado Sauce

A delightful fusion of flavors combining lean ground turkey, black beans, and zesty green chiles in a crispy tortilla shell with creamy avocado sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 medium Avocado Ideal for creamy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Adds tanginess to the sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh Lemon or Lime Juice Brightens the flavor profile
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Leaves Fresh herbiness enhances taste
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Water To adjust sauce consistency
  • 2 tsp Avocado Oil For cooking the turkey
  • 8 oz Lean Ground Turkey The main protein source
  • 2 1/2 tsp Homemade Taco Seasoning Adds authentic taco flavor
  • 1/3 cup chopped Onion Adds sweetness and texture
  • 3/4 cup canned Black Beans For added protein and fiber
  • 4 oz Green Chiles Provides a mild kick of heat
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped Cilantro For garnish and freshness in filling
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin Earthy spice elevates flavor complexity
  • 1/2 tsp Mexican Oregano Aromatic herb complements other spices
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder Enhances savory notes in filling
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt Additional seasoning for filling mixture
  • 1/4 tsp Smoked Paprika Contributes depth and smokiness to the dish
  • 1/4 tsp Chili Powder Adds warmth and color to the filling mix
  • 1/8 tsp Cayenne Pepper For those who enjoy extra heat
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Melts beautifully and adds creaminess

Method
 

  1. Make the Creamy Avocado Sauce: Combine half of a ripe avocado, 1/4 cup sour cream, one tablespoon of fresh lime juice, 1/4 packed cup of cilantro leaves, 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, and two tablespoons of water in a mini food processor. Blend until smooth, adding more water if needed to achieve the consistency you want. Taste and season with more salt or lime juice if desired, then cover the sauce and refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Cook the Turkey and Onions: Heat two teaspoons of avocado oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add 8 ounces of lean ground turkey, half of the seasoning blend from the ingredient list (or 2 1/2 tsp. of taco seasoning), and 1/3 cup of chopped onion. Cook the turkey, breaking it into small pieces and mixing it into the seasoning and onions as it cooks, for 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Finish the Taco Filling: Stir half a can (3/4 cup) of black beans, four ounces of green chiles, the remaining taco seasoning blend, two tablespoons of water, and two tablespoons of finely chopped cilantro into the turkey mixture. Stir to thoroughly combine, then turn the heat beneath the pan to medium-low and allow the turkey taco mixture to simmer for fifteen minutes uncovered.
  4. Stir everything together again: If there seems to be excess liquid, turn the heat underneath the pan to medium and cook for a few minutes stirring frequently until most of the liquid has evaporated. Remove the pan from heat.
  5. Build the Tacos: Preheat oven to 425 F. Spray a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray or brush avocado oil over it. Lay six fajita-sized flour tortillas onto the baking sheet just barely overlapping if necessary. Spread about 1/4 cup of shredded cheese across each tortilla’s surface.
  6. Spoon about 1/4 – 1/3 cup of turkey black bean mixture onto one half of each tortilla before proceeding to bake them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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