Crispy Baked Ground Turkey Black Bean Tacos
These Crispy Baked Ground Turkey Black Bean Tacos combine lean protein and hearty black beans for a flavorful, healthy twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly seasoned and baked to crispy perfection, they make a satisfying meal any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Optional: lime wedges and sour cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute to let the spices bloom.
- Add the black beans and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
- Spoon an equal amount of the turkey and black bean mixture onto each tortilla. Fold tacos in half and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the tacos.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, until tacos are crispy and cheese is melted.
- Remove from oven and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges and sour cream if desired.
Notes
For extra crispiness, lightly brush the tortillas with olive oil before baking. You can also add avocado slices or a spicy salsa for more flavor.