Crispy Baked Ground Turkey Black Bean Tacos
These Crispy Baked Ground Turkey Black Bean Tacos offer a flavorful, healthy twist on classic tacos, combining lean turkey and protein-rich black beans baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart. Cook until browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Spoon turkey mixture evenly into each tortilla and fold.
- Place tacos on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until tortillas are crispy and golden.
- Remove from oven and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, and cilantro.
- Serve immediately with your favorite salsa or avocado.
Notes
For extra crispiness, brush the tortillas lightly with olive oil before baking. Serve with a side of lime wedges for added zest.