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Turkey-Chipotle Soft Tacos





Yields
Makes 4 servings

Amy Michaels of Seattle developed this recipe to use canned chipotle chilies she had bought during a family visit to Santa Fe. Although Michaels's husband loves traditional tacos, the nutrition-conscious couple particularly enjoy this version, which uses fresh kale from their garden in addition to ground turkey flavored with garlic, chili powder, cumin, and tomato. Michaels serves the tacos with a chopped cabbage salad and black beans.

 1 pound ground turkey
 2 cloves garlic, minced
 1 onion (about 10 oz.), chopped
 1 tablespoon chili powder
 2 teaspoons ground cumin
 1/4 pound kale or Swiss chard
 2 canned chipotle chilies, drained
 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce (no salt added)
 8 nonfat flour tortillas (6 1/2 to 7 in.), warmed
Step 1
1

In a 12-inch nonstick frying pan, combine turkey, garlic, onion, chili powder, and cumin. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until meat is lightly browned, 7 to 8 minutes.

Step 2
2

While meat browns, chop kale and chipotles. When meat is ready, add kale, chipotles, and tomato sauce to pan and stir. Cover tightly and simmer, stirring occasionally, until kale is wilted, about 10 minutes.

Step 3
3

Transfer mixture to a serving bowl; spoon into tortillas to eat.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 419Calories from Fat 21
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%

Saturated Fat 2.3g12%
Cholesterol 83mg28%
Sodium 722mg31%
Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Dietary Fiber 6.9g28%
Protein 28g57%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.