Turkey Thai Tacos

Chicken

These lean Turkey Thai Tacos are heart healthy, yet satisfying. A twist on the traditional taco.

Ingredients

FOR THE TACOS

1 tbsp. canola oil

2 lbs. lean white ground turkey

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 jalapeño, finely chopped

1 tbsp. freshly grated ginger

1 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce

2 tbsp. lime juice

1/4 c. water, if it seems dry

2 scallions, thinly sliced

8 butter lettuce leaves

radish for a pop of color, if desired

CILANTRO SAUCE

1 chopped jalapeño (seeded if desired)

2 tbsp. fresh lime juice

1/2 c. plain yogurt

1 c. fresh cilantro

1/2 tsp. ground cumin

Directions

CILANTRO SAUCE

In a blender, purée chopped jalapeño with fresh lime juice, plain yogurt, fresh cilantro, and ground cumin until very smooth. Put in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

TACOS

Heat canola oil in a large cast-iron skillet on medium-high. Add lean white ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon until golden brown and crispy, 6 to 8 minutes. Add garlic, jalapeño, and freshly grated ginger and cook, tossing, for 1 minute.

Remove from heat and add low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, and up to 1/4 cup water (if it seems dry).

Sprinkle with scallions. Spoon into butter lettuce leaves and serve with cilantro sauce and sliced radishes, if desired.