Turkey and Veggie Tacos

Turkey and Veggie Tacos

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  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1-1/2 cups of water
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil, like canola or avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne powder or black pepper
  • 1/2 bunch of kale, finely chopped (about 8 cups)
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • Tortillas

Directions

  1. Warm a large skillet on medium heat. Add diced onions, carrots, and 1 cup water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and water evaporates, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add cooking oil to pan, mixing to coat vegetables. Add spices, stirring frequently for about 1 minute and until fragrant.
  3. Stir in kale, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and add the other 1/2 cup of water. Cover, and let cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add ground turkey. Use a wooden spoon to break up ground meat as it cooks, and to combine all of the ingredients. If desired, add the second 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes.
  5. Spoon cooked mixture onto warmed or toasted corn tortillas.
  6. Garnish tacos with a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt, fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley, lime juice, avocado, spicy salsa — whatever you prefer.


Courtesy of:

Natasha Eziquiel-Shriro, MS, RDN, CDN
www.okaytoeat.com


Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2, 6-inch tacos
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Amount Per Serving 

Calories 270

Total Fat 9.5 g
Cholesterol 44 mg
Sodium 374 mg

Total Carbohydrate 33 g
Dietary Fiber 5.5 g

Protein 16.99 g
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Calcium 157mg
Iron 3mg
Potassium 654mg