We love tacos at our house and we've been making them with turkey instead of beef for years. I think they feel even a bit heartier than beef, but if you like ground beef, feel free to make these the same way just swap out the meat. The best part is, if you make only a few easy swaps this meal becomes processed free and on the table in almost no time.
1 package fresh extra lean ground turkey (or beef if you prefer)
corn tortillas
toppings that you like: shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, lettuce, olives, avocado, diced bell peppers, taco sauce, salsa, etc.
Start browning the meat in a skillet and add seasonings that you like. I like salt, pepper, and homemade taco seasoning - you've got to make it yourself or it's not processed free. Here is mine. Do a quick chop on any toppings that need it.
Here's the fun part, you are going to make your own taco shells! I got this from Hungry Girl a few years ago and I love it! Plus, it saves a lot of fat and calories, and it's super easy and quick. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Once heated, take a pair of tongs and drape the corn tortillas over two of the rungs in the oven. Leave them in for about 5 minutes, then take them out and let them cool. They will be crispy and crunchy; everything you want in a taco shell without the greasy hands. Now they are ready to fill.
For the kids, I usually break them up then toss them with all the fillings to make this more of a taco salad. It's less messy and scoopable with a fork.
A small note about the corn tortillas. I like to buy organic sprouted corn tortillas, but if you can't find them, just buy a package that has only a few ingredients like ground corn, salt and lime. If you buy regular ones then this is not exactly processed free, so the next time you go to your local health food store, buy some and freeze them until you are ready to make tacos.
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