High Protein Crispy Tacos

Get ready to indulge in these High Protein Crispy Tacos—a delicious and nutritious twist on classic taco night! Packed with lean ground turkey, fiber-rich black beans, and aromatic spices like paprika, cumin, and chili powder, this recipe delivers bold flavors and a whopping protein boost in every bite. The crispy oven-baked corn tortillas add the perfect crunch while staying light and guilt-free. Top it all off with fresh romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese for a vibrant, wholesome meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, these tacos are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party spread. Serve them with lime wedges for a zesty finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey breast
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 small, diced Onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed Black beans
• 8 small Corn tortillas
• 1 as needed Cooking spray
• 1 cup, shredded Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium, sliced Avocado
• 1 cut into wedges Lime
• 0.5 cup, shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 2-3 minutes until they become translucent and fragrant.

Step 2

Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it down with a spatula, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the cooked turkey. Mix well to combine all the flavors.

Step 4

Add the drained and rinsed black beans to the turkey mixture, stirring them in, and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until heated through.

Step 5

Preheat an oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray each corn tortilla with cooking spray on both sides and drape them over the oven rack to shape them into a taco form.

Step 6

Bake the tortillas for about 6-8 minutes or until they are crispy and golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.

Step 7

Once the tortillas are crispy, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.

Step 8

Assemble the tacos by filling each crispy tortilla with the meat and bean mixture, then top with shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and cheddar cheese.

Step 9

Serve the crispy high protein tacos with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1675.4 grams (1675.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2288

Total Fat 71.00g	91%
Saturated Fat 18.20g	91%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 364mg	121%
Sodium 3409mg	148%
Total Carbohydrate 212.00g	77%
Dietary Fiber 55.00g	196%
Total Sugars 16.30g
Protein 183.20g	366%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 765mg	59%
Iron 19mg	105%
Potassium 3361mg	72%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.8%

Protein: 33.0%

Carbs: 38.2%