This healthy and tasty, Turkey Taco Bell Pepper Wraps was originally made on my outdoor Blackstone griddle, but it also works PERFECTLY on a stovetop. An easy, low-carb ground turkey recipe for tacos and super fun to make!
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Why You’ll Love This, Healthy Griddle Recipe
• Easy to season and with many toppings of your choice!
• Works well on a griddle and stovetop, which makes this recipe very versatile for cooking.
• Family-friendly dinner and great for meal prep or weeknight dinners.
• Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and low in carbs. BIG BONUS!!
• Minimally processed and full of tasty taco flavor. YUM!!
Ingredients for Turkey Taco Bell Pepper Wraps
• Ground Turkey – is a lean protein that cooks fast and pairs well with garlic and lime.
• Cumin Powder, Chili Powder, Smoked Paprika, Garlic Powder, Dried Oregano, Sea Salt – to create the tasty taco seasoning.
• Garlic Cloves – garlic is life! No seriously, it contains a natural antibiotic property called allicin!
• Green Onions – a great addition for a balanced taste and texture.
• Mango – adds a nice slight sweet taste with the taco seasonings.
• Fresh Squeezed Lime – this takes to a whole another level!
• Red and Yellow Bell Pepper – healthy and fresh, making it a beautiful low-carb trade out!
• Avocado or Olive Oil (for cooking on the griddle) – I stay away from seed oils since they have been linked to being unhealthy.
I typically chose organic ingredients for the minimally processed health benefits, but you certainly can go conventional, if looking for a budget-friendly recipe. Make sure to double check the labels for those with food sensitivities.
Optional Toppings:
• Diced Avocado or Guacamole
• Extra Lime Juice
• Fresh Cilantro
How to Make Turkey Taco Bell Pepper Wraps on a Blackstone Griddle
Instructions
1. Preheat your griddle to low to medium. Once it gets to temp, add ground turkey to one side of the griddle. Start using spatula right away to finely break turkey up, into smaller pieces.
2. After 2–3 minutes, season with cumin powder, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, sea salt and a heavy splash of water and small drizzle of oil, to help mix the taco seasoning and keep the turkey moist.
3. Now sauté the minced garlic separately until golden, then mix into the turkey. Make sure to keep watch, this step happens fast, and it takes about only 30 seconds! Keep flipping the seasoned turkey a few times, so it evenly cooks for the taco flavor.
4. Around the 7-minute mark, place the pepper halves cut-side down on the other side of the griddle. This about the time the taco aroma, starts filling the air!!
5. Add green onions, ripe mango and fresh squeezed lime juice to the turkey. I used my hand to squeeze the lime juice in.
6. Cover with a dome lid to steam the peppers for about a minute and finish cooking the meat. We are just wanting the them slightly soft and golden crisp edges.
7. Now remove everything when fully cooked. I used a metal spatula to scoop the yumminess up!
8. Spoon the turkey taco mixture into each bell pepper half and top with fresh lime juice! This gives it the best finishing touch!
Serving Suggestions
Top with fresh avocado, lime juice, and cilantro. This recipe is fun and you can get creative for what you would like to place on top or enjoy as is!
I do suggest this fun recipe as the best taco topper!
Cilantro Lime Coleslaw
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! While I made the original version on a Blackstone griddle, you can easily cook this in a skillet right on your stovetop. Just cook the turkey with seasonings and lightly steam the bell peppers separately until slightly tender.
Yep! These wraps are naturally low in carbohydrates because they use fresh bell peppers instead of tortillas or bread. Perfect for those seeking keto or low-carb lifestyles.
To prevent dryness, use a little oil and splash in water, as the turkey cooks. This helps lock in moisture and blend the spices evenly. Cooking garlic separately and adding it later also boosts flavor without overcooking the meat
Yes. You can cook the turkey filling and prep the peppers in advance. Just store them separately in the fridge and assemble just before serving or reheating.
Fresh lime juice, avocado or guacamole, and chopped cilantro are all great. You can also add a little crunchy cole slaw or even pickled onions!
For sure! Ground chicken, beef, or even a plant-based ground alternative can be swapped in. Don’t forget to adjust the seasonings to taste.
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Turkey Taco Bell Pepper Wraps
Equipment
- 1 flat top griddle or Blackstone griddle
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1½ tsp cumin powder
- 1½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 2 pinches dried oregano
- 2 pinches sea salt
- 3 cloves garlic Minced
- 2 tbsp green onions Chopped
- 1 whole lime Fresh squeezed juice
- 1 whole red bell pepper Halved and seeded
- 1 whole yellow bell pepper Halved and seeded
- ½ cup mango Diced
- 1 tbsp avocado or olive oil For cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your griddle to low to medium. Once it gets to temp, add ground turkey to one side of the griddle. Start using spatula right away to finely break turkey up into smaller pieces.
- After 2–3 minutes, season with cumin powder, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, sea salt and a heavy splash of water and small drizzle of oil, to help mix seasoning and keep the turkey moist.
- Sauté the minced garlic separately until golden, then mix into the turkey. This step happens fast, so be prepared because it takes about only 30 seconds! Make sure to flip the turkey tacos a few times, so it evenly cooks.
- Around the 7-minute mark, place the pepper halves cut-side down on the griddle.
- Add green onions, ripe mango and fresh squeezed lime juice to the turkey.
- Cover with a dome lid to steam the peppers for 1 minute and finish cooking the meat. Allow the peppers to get golden edges.
- Remove everything when fully cooked.Spoon the turkey mixture into each bell pepper half and top with fresh lime juice.
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