SPICY TURKEY TACOS

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So easy, so healthy and so good-I love these whenever I'm in the mood for a little Mexican food. With a hint of cinnamon, these tacos have an unusual blend of seasonings that's exotic and mouthwatering. -Kendra Doss, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 taco shells
1 pound extra-lean ground turkey
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 cup salsa
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups shredded lettuce
1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
Cubed avocado and additional salsa, optional

Steps:

  • Heat taco shells according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in salsa and spices; heat through. Serve immediately, or cool before placing in a freezer container. , To serve, fill each taco shell with 1/3 cup turkey mixture. Serve with lettuce, cheese, sour cream and, if desired, optional ingredients., Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers for up to 3 months. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary. Serve as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 502mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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