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Turkey Fajitas

Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Marinade time: 3 hrs

A twist on a classic favorite, these turkey fajitas are savory and delicious. This recipe features lean turkey strips seasoned with a blend of spices, wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with fresh salsa.

Makes

10 fajitas

Serving size

1 fajita

Ingredients

Ingredients for Fajita

1-pound boneless turkey breast

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

1 garlic clove, minced

1 teaspoon chili powder

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

1 tablespoon olive oil

10 7-inch flour tortillas

3 cups lettuce, shredded

½ cup full fat sour cream

 

Ingredients for Salsa

1 cup tomato, chopped

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

1 tablespoon red onion, chopped

¼ teaspoon garlic, minced

 

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Sprinkle turkey with pepper, garlic, chili powder, lime juice, 1 tablespoon cilantro and oil. Turn to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator at least 3 hours.
  3. To make salsa, combine tomato, 2 tablespoons cilantro, onion and ¼ teaspoon minced garlic in a small bowl. Let stand 1 hour.
  4. Cook turkey in oven for 12 to 20 minutes, depending on size of the breast. Internal temperature of turkey should be 165°F. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. Wrap tortillas in aluminum foil and place in a warm oven for 8 minutes.
  6. Transfer turkey to a cutting board and cut into strips.
  7. In each tortilla, wrap 1½ ounces turkey (about 3 tablespoons) , 1½ tablespoons salsa, ⅓ cup lettuce and 2 teaspoons sour cream.

Cooking Tip

Add in colorful peppers for some variety.

Recipe contributed by Satellite Healthcare

Nutrition Info

Nutrition Info

Makes: 10 fajitas  Serving size: 1 fajita

Calories

239

Fat

6 g

Saturated Fat

2 g

Trans Fat

0 g

Cholesterol

41 mg

Carbohydrates

24 g

Sugar

3 g

Fiber

2 g

Protein

18 g

Sodium

411 mg

Calcium

91 mg

Phosphorus

220 mg

Potassium

257 mg