Lemon Garlic Sausage Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Lemon Garlic Sausage Tacos are a zesty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The combination of lemon and garlic enhances the savory sausage, creating a delicious filling for your tacos.

This Tacos Recipe is simple to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile option for any taco night.

Zesty Lemon Garlic Sausage Tacos

This recipe features juicy sausage cooked with fresh lemon juice and garlic, served in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Chopped cilantro for garnish
Sliced avocado for topping
Diced tomatoes for topping
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula (about 5-7 minutes).
Add Garlic and Seasoning: Stir in the minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Warm the Tortillas: In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the sausage mixture onto each tortilla. Top with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and diced tomatoes.
Serve: Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.