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These single serving Ground Turkey Tacos are quick, flavorful, and easy to make. With seasoned turkey, sautéed vegetables, and tender greens, they’re ready in less than 20 minutes.
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“This was fantastic. I made the taco seasoning and it was terrific.”
– Mauri
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick: Ready in about 20 minutes.
- Healthy: Made with lean ground turkey and vegetables.
- Perfectly Portioned: Just the right amount for one.
- Flexible: Easy to swap vegetables or adjust spices.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Filling can be made ahead.
- One-Pan: Simple cleanup.
I make these ground turkey tacos at least once or twice a month because they’re incredibly flavorful and easy to customize. They’re my favorite way to use up extra vegetables in the fridge – carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, whatever I have on hand.
The seasoned ground turkey cooks with sautéed vegetables and tender greens, creating a savory, hearty filling that’s so satisfying.
Pair these tacos with a small batch of guacamole, single serving queso, and a skinny margarita for a complete meal. For dessert, try a mini tres leches cake.
Ingredients And Substitutions
If you have any ingredients leftover from this turkey taco recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Ground Turkey: Lean and quick-cooking. Easily absorbs seasonings. Substitute with ground chicken or beef. Use leftovers in small batch turkey meatballs.
- Onions: Adds sweetness and depth to the filling. Try extras in lentil soup for one, single serving cottage pie, or mini sheet pan lasagna.
- Carrot: Adds sweetness and slight crunch. Swap with red bell pepper, zucchini, or any vegetable on hand. Extra carrots work well in a small pot roast, mini carrot cake, or single serving pork stir fry.
- Greens (Swiss Chard, Spinach, or Kale): Adds nutrients and earthiness. Use what you have—spinach, kale, or dandelion greens. Leftover greens can go in slow cooker chickpeas, single serving saag paneer, chicken tortellini soup for one, or a green smoothie
- Taco Seasoning: Adds classic taco flavor. Use store-bought or try our homemade taco seasoning to control the spice and sodium. You can also use your favorite seasoning blend.
- Tortillas: Use soft tortillas to wrap the filling. Store-bought or homemade tortillas both work. Extras can be used in buffalo cauliflower tacos for one and single serving baked black bean tacos.
See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Recipe Variations
This recipe is easy to customize. Try these ideas to switch things up based on your preferences or what you have on hand:
- Turkey Taco Bowls: Skip the tortillas and serve over baked brown rice. Top with homemade salsa, guacamole, or queso.
- Turkey Taco Salad: Serve over chopped lettuce with toppings like avocado, tomatoes, cheese, and homemade ranch dressing.
- Low-Carb Tacos: Use Bibb lettuce or romaine leaves in place of tortillas for a fresh, gluten-free option.
- Mediterranean Tacos: Swap taco seasoning for oregano, lemon juice, and garlic powder. Serve in pita with feta, cucumbers, and homemade zatziki sauce.
How To Make Ground Turkey Tacos
These photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make a small batch of turkey tacos. See the recipe card below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Cook the Vegetables: Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, and garlic. Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Add Turkey and Seasoning: Push the vegetables to the edges of the pan. Add ground turkey to the center and sprinkle taco seasoning over the top.
- Brown the Turkey: Break up the turkey with a spatula. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Add Greens: Stir in chopped Swiss chard (or other greens). Cook for 1 minute, until the greens start to wilt.
- Finish the Filling: Add Worcestershire sauce and cook for 2½ to 3 minutes more, until the greens are soft and everything is well combined.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a skillet or microwave until warm.
- Assemble and Serve: Spoon the turkey mixture into the tortillas and serve.
Expert Tips
- Prep First: Chop vegetables and measure seasonings before cooking to keep the process smooth and avoid overcooking.
- Watch the Turkey: Cook just until it’s no longer pink. Overcooking can dry it out.
- Moisten if Needed: If the filling seems dry, stir in a splash of water or chicken broth.
- Adjust Heat: For spicier tacos, add crushed red pepper flakes or top with sliced jalapeños.
- Use Leftovers: Extra filling keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days. Try it in a single taco salad, a bowl of taco soup, single serving chili, or on loaded nachos.
Serving Suggestions
These tacos are great on their own, but here are a few sides to round out your meal:
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, let the cooked filling cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Yes, double the ingredient amounts and use a larger skillet to make more.
Reheat the filling in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder or you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:
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Ground Turkey Tacos For One
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup chopped onions
- 1 small carrot -thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic -minced
- 5 ounces ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 ounces Swiss chard , spinach or kale (about 2 cups chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 flour tortillas
Instructions
- Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, and garlic. Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Push the vegetables to the edges of the pan. Add ground turkey to the center and sprinkle taco seasoning over the top.
- Break up the turkey with a spatula. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in chopped Swiss chard (or other greens). Cook for 1 minute, until the greens start to wilt.
- Add Worcestershire sauce and cook for 2½ to 3 minutes more, until the greens are soft and everything is well combined.
- Heat tortillas in a skillet or microwave until warm.
- Spoon the turkey mixture into the tortillas and serve.
Notes
- Prep First: Chop vegetables and measure seasonings before cooking to keep the process smooth and avoid overcooking.
- Watch the Turkey: Cook just until it’s no longer pink. Overcooking can dry it out.
- Moisten if Needed: If the filling seems dry, stir in a splash of water or chicken broth.
- Adjust Heat: For spicier tacos, add crushed red pepper flakes or top with sliced jalapeños.
- Use Leftovers: Extra filling keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days. Try it in taco salad, taco soup, chili, or on nachos.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
Five stars for the spicing minus one for the turkey. Joanie, I have not used ground turkey in the past and I thought with beef getting more and more expensive I would give it a try. I made this recipe and I used the leftover spice mix to make a taco turkey burger. As usual your spice mixes are excellent but the turkey added absolutely zero to the mix. Unfortunately I bought 3 lb of it and I will use it up. I’ve got a batch of Turkey chili shimmering on the stove now, we’ll see.
Thank you so much for the kind words on the spice mix! Ground turkey is definitely less flavorful than ground beef, which can make it seem a bit bland by comparison. But with the right seasonings—like this taco spice mix—it can still be a great option. It sounds like you’re making the most of it with the chili. Sometimes, adding a little extra seasoning or a touch of oil can help enhance the taste in turkey dishes. Thanks again for trying the recipe, and I hope you enjoy the chili!
This was fantastic. I made the taco seasoning and it was terrific. Used 85% lean turkey and it stayed nice and moist
Good recipe.
Thank you!