Budget Ground Turkey Taco Meat
Seasoned ground turkey taco meat for under $1.50 per serving. Make a big batch and use it all week for tacos, bowls, nachos, and more.
PROTEIN 28g
CALORIES 280
P:E RATIO 1.2
TIME 20m
YIELD 8
P:E 1.2
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ORIGINAL
VEGAN SWAP
2 lbs ground turkey (93% lean) 28G PROTEIN
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed HIGH FIBER
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles PRODUCE
2 tbsp chili powder FLAVOR
1 tbsp cumin FLAVOR
1 tsp garlic powder FLAVOR
1 tsp onion powder FLAVOR
1/2 tsp smoked paprika FLAVOR
1/2 tsp salt FLAVOR
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) FLAVOR
1/2 cup water FLAVOR
Taco shells, rice, or lettuce for serving CARB BASE
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze in portioned bags for up to 3 months.
- Batching: This costs about $1.25-$1.50 per serving — one of the cheapest high-protein meal preps you can make.
- Reheat: Microwave for 90 seconds, stirring halfway. Add a splash of water if the meat looks dry.
EXECUTION STEPS
01
HIGH HEAT SEAR
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and break into crumbles with a wooden spoon.
02
HIGH HEAT SEAR
Cook for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink, draining any excess liquid.
03
VEGGIE STEAM-SAUTÉ
Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and cayenne. Stir to coat the meat.
04
THE MACRO PREP
Pour in diced tomatoes with green chiles and water. Stir well.
05
STEP 5
Add black beans and stir to combine.
06
STEP 6
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 8-10 minutes until sauce thickens.
07
STEP 7
Divide into 8 portions. Use throughout the week for tacos, burrito bowls, nachos, stuffed peppers, or on salads.
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servings
- 2 lbs ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup water
- Taco shells, rice, or lettuce for serving