Walking Tacos

A quick and flavorful walking tacos recipe made with lean turkey, lentils, beans, and taco seasoning. This heart-smart twist on a classic family favorite cooks in about 20 minutes and doubles as either fun walking tacos for kids or a taco salad bowl for adults.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

For Taco Filling

1 lb 93% lean ground turkey

1 can lentils, drained and rinsed

1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 can corn, drained

1 can Rotel tomatoes, undrained

1 cup salsa

Seasoning Blend

1 ½ tsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp oregano

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

Optional

¼ tsp cayenne pepper for heat

For Serving

Doritos (variety of flavors)

Shredded lettuce

Shredded cheese

Guacamole

Greek yogurt (instead of sour cream)

Equipment

1 large skillet or cast iron pan
1 can opener
1 strainer
1 stirring spooon
1 meat masher optional, but breaks meat quickly

Method

Cook the Turkey

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.

Add the Seasoning

Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the meat.

Add the hearty ingredients

Stir in the lentils, black beans, corn, Rotel, and salsa.

Simmer

Let everything simmer for about 5–8 minutes until warmed through and slightly thickened.

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.