Description
This Low Carb Turkey Taco Stuffed Avocados recipe is a delicious and healthy twist on classic tacos, combining lean ground turkey seasoned with traditional spices and hearty avocado halves for a satisfying low-carb meal. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or any day you crave a flavorful, nutrient-packed dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Avocados and Toppings
- 4 small avocados (yields 16 oz fruit)
- 1 small lime
- 1/4 cup diced cherry tomatoes
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional for topping)
Turkey Taco Filling
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 pound 93% lean ground turkey
- 1/4 small yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup canned tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 cup part-skim shredded Mexican cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Avocados: Halve and pit the avocados. Using a spoon, scoop out some of the avocado flesh from each half to create a larger well for the filling. Dice the reserved avocado flesh and set aside. Squeeze lime juice over all avocado halves to prevent browning.
- Cook Turkey Filling: Heat a medium skillet over high heat and spray with cooking oil. Once hot, add the ground turkey, diced onion, garlic powder, cumin, kosher salt, chili powder, and dried oregano. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, for about 5 minutes until browned.
- Add Sauce and Simmer: Stir in the tomato sauce and water. Continue cooking and stirring until the turkey is fully cooked through and the mixture thickens, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Assemble Stuffed Avocados: Spoon the turkey mixture into each avocado half. Top with shredded Mexican cheese, reserved diced avocado, diced cherry tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy with a spoon for a low-carb, protein-packed taco experience.
Notes
- Taco Tuesday just got a little better with these low-carb Turkey Taco Stuffed Avocados – they’re both healthy and delicious!
- Using fresh lime juice helps keep the avocado from browning and adds a zesty flavor.
- Feel free to add extra toppings like cilantro, jalapeños, or chopped green onions for additional flavor.
- Use part-skim cheese to keep the dish lighter without sacrificing creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 avocado halves
- Calories: 422 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 656 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
