Ground turkey tacos topped with tangy tomatillo salsa.
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Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
Estimated total cost: €15.30 · €2.55/serving
- 1 pound ground turkey breastEst. price €5.50–€8.00
- Salt and freshly ground black pepperEst. price €0.05–€0.15
- One 14.5-ounce can black beans, with their liquidEst. price €0.80–€1.50
- 1 cup hot tomatillo salsa, such as Salpica Cilantro Green Olive SalsaEst. price €2.50–€4.00
- 1/2 bunch scallions (white and green parts), sliced thin on the diagonalEst. price €0.50–€0.90
- Four 6-inch sprouted-corn tortillas, such as Ezekiel Food for LifeEst. price €1.60–€2.80
- 3/4 cup store-bought fresh salsa, such as Top CropEst. price €1.80–€3.00
- 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurtEst. price €0.75–€1.25
- 11/2 cups shredded romaine lettuceEst. price €0.60–€1.00
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted, peeled, and slicedEst. price €1.20–€2.00
Steps
- 1Begin by heating a spacious nonstick sauté pan on medium-high heat. Season the ground turkey with salt and pepper to your liking before adding it to the pan. Stir continuously to break up the meat as it cooks until the turkey achieves a golden brown color and is fully cooked, which should take around 6 minutes.
- 2Combine the black beans along with their liquid and the tomatillo salsa in a saucepan. Heat the mixture thoroughly. Gently incorporate the scallions into the hot mixture.
Cultural note
Turkey tacos with tomatillo salsa twist combines traditional Mexican flavors with a modern twist. The use of tomatillo salsa and fresh ingredients like avocado and Greek yogurt reflects the influence of Mexican cuisine. Tacos are a popular dish in Mexican culture and have become widely appreciated globally for their…
Seasonal note
Turkey tacos with tomatillo salsa twist can be enjoyed year-round as the main ingredients like ground turkey, scallions, and avocados are typically available throughout the year. However, tomatillos are in season during late summer to fall, making it the best time to make the tomatillo salsa for this dish.
Health note
Turkey tacos with tomatillo salsa twist are a nutritious choice, providing a good source of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins like A and C from the vegetables. This dish is relatively low in calories and saturated fat, but it is important to be mindful of the sodium content, especially if watching your intake.
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