Lemon Herb Turkey Tacos Recipe

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

These Lemon Herb Turkey Tacos are a fresh and flavorful twist on traditional tacos. Made with ground turkey, zesty lemon, and a blend of herbs, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.

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

Easy Lemon Herb Turkey Tacos

This recipe features seasoned ground turkey cooked with lemon juice and herbs, served in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings.

Ingredients

1 pound ground turkey
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Sliced avocado for serving
Diced tomatoes for serving
Shredded lettuce for serving

Instructions

Cook the Turkey: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add ground turkey, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until the turkey is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Lemon: Stir in lemon juice and zest, mixing well to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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 turkey mixture onto each tortilla. Top with cilantro, avocado, tomatoes, and lettuce as desired.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos warm, with extra lemon wedges on the side if desired.