Description
Delicious and flavorful Pineapple Turkey Tacos that come together in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, these tacos feature lean ground turkey cooked with sweet pineapple and spicy homemade taco seasoning. Serve with your favorite taco shells and fresh toppings for a vibrant, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
Pineapple Turkey Tacos
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- ½ medium yellow onion, chopped
- ½ tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 pound ground turkey, 97% lean
- 1 tablespoon homemade taco seasoning
- ⅔ cup diced pineapple
- ½ cup favorite jarred salsa
- Favorite taco shells
For Serving
- Sliced red cabbage
- Diced red bell pepper
- Shredded lettuce
- Sliced avocado
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime juice
Instructions
- Heat the Oil and Sauté Aromatics: Add avocado oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Cook the Turkey with Seasoning: Add the ground turkey and sprinkle with homemade taco seasoning. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the turkey is almost browned.
- Add Pineapple and Salsa: Stir in the diced pineapple and jarred salsa. Reduce the heat slightly and let it simmer, stirring occasionally, until the meat is fully cooked and the flavors meld together, about 3-4 minutes.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the cooked turkey filling into your preferred taco shells. Top with sliced red cabbage, diced red bell pepper, shredded lettuce, avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Enjoy and Share Feedback: Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant pineapple turkey tacos. If you try this recipe, please leave a review to share your experience!
Notes
- Use grain-free taco shells like Siete brand for a paleo-friendly and gluten-free option.
- Nutrition information is approximate and based on 6 servings, about 1 cup filling, excluding shells and toppings.
- Customize toppings according to your preference for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
