
Pinto Bean and Ground Turkey Tacos
Experience a fiesta of flavors with these mouthwatering pinto bean and ground turkey tacos! Bursting with seasoned ground turkey, creamy avocado, and fresh toppings, these tacos are not only a tasty treat but also a nutritious choice for any meal. Perfect for casual dinners or festive gatherings, they pay homage to the rich culinary traditions of Mexico, where tacos have long been a staple, originally made with simple, local ingredients and enjoyed by families across generations.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Ground turkey (1 lb)
- Pinto beans (1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed)
- Onion (1, diced)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Taco seasoning (2 tablespoons)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Tortillas (8 small (corn or flour))
- Lettuce (1 cup, shredded)
- Tomato (1, diced)
- Avocado (1, sliced)
- Sour cream (1/2 cup)
- Cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
- Lime (1, juiced)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and pinto beans, mixing well to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the mixture is heated through.
- While the turkey and bean mixture is cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or wrap them in foil and place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
- To assemble the tacos, place a generous spoonful of the turkey and bean mixture onto each warm tortilla.
- Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, slices of avocado, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy the explosion of flavors!
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 3g