Description
Leftover Turkey Tacos are a delicious way to repurpose your Thanksgiving turkey into a flavorful and satisfying meal. With tender shredded turkey seasoned to perfection and topped with fresh vegetables, these tacos make a perfect dish for casual weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Quick to prepare, they promise a delightful explosion of flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 8 small tortillas (flour or corn)
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Shred the cooked turkey into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the turkey and sprinkle taco seasoning evenly. Add a splash of water and simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Warm tortillas in another skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until soft.
- Assemble your tacos by layering seasoned turkey first, followed by fresh vegetables.
- Top with cheese, jalapeños (if using), and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg