Ground Turkey Burritos

Enjoy these flavorful ground turkey burritos packed with Mexican spices, beans, and cheese. These savory burritos make for a satisfying and easy weeknight meal. They can be customized with your favorite toppings and served with salsa and guacamole on the side. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, these burritos are perfect for busy individuals or families.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 8 flour tortillas
• Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, sour cream, salsa

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles with a spoon.
4. Stir in the cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the spices to meld with the turkey.
5. Add the black beans to the skillet and stir until heated through.
6. Warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or in the microwave.
7. Place a scoop of the turkey and bean mixture onto each tortilla, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
8. Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it up tightly.
9. Serve the burritos with your choice of toppings such as diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, sour cream, and salsa.

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