Spicy Turkey Tacos

By cserumga

2 tacos (calculated without optional ingredients) equals 324 calories, 11 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 63 mg cholesterol, 502 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 35 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Ingredients

• 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

Preparation

Step 1

•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 optional ingredients if desired. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months.

•To use frozen taco meat: Thaw in the refrigerator; place in a saucepan and heat through. Serve as directed.