Gluten Free Cilantro-Lime Turkey Tacos
Taco night just got a serious upgrade, and this bright, zesty turkey filling is the reason. Ground turkey is seasoned with cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and a splash of fresh lime juice, then finished with chopped cilantro for a filling that's bold, juicy, and deeply satisfying. The whole thing comes together in a single skillet in under 20 minutes, making it a weeknight hero that doesn't feel like a compromise. Corn tortillas are naturally wheat-free, but it's still worth grabbing a package that's certified gluten free to avoid any cross-contact concerns at the processing level. Pile on the shredded cabbage, creamy avocado, and pico de gallo, and you've got tacos with real texture and freshness in every bite. This recipe serves four, so it's just as easy to make for a casual family dinner as it is for a low-key taco night with friends.
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4 servings
For the turkey filling
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
For serving
- 8 gluten free corn tortillas (6-inch)
- 1 cup shredded green cabbage
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- ½ cup pico de gallo or fresh salsa
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
- extra fresh cilantro, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains and the meat is cooked through to 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer, about 6–8 minutes.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium. Sprinkle the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper over the cooked turkey and stir to coat evenly, about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
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