Turkey Taco Pizza
Turkey Taco Pizza combines the best of both worlds: the comfort of pizza and the bold flavors of tacos. With a crispy crust, savory ground turkey seasoned to perfection, and fresh toppings, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Perfect for game night or casual dinners, it offers endless customization options for a delightful culinary experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 pre-made pizza dough (12 inches)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey with taco seasoning until browned (about 7 minutes).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches wide.
- Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
- Layer cooked turkey, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, and red onion on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and crust is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and add sour cream or Greek yogurt as a topping before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in black beans or corn with the turkey. To make it vegetarian-friendly, swap ground turkey for lentils or a plant-based meat alternative. Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for unique flavor profiles.