Description
Terah’s Delicious Lettuce Wraps offer a refreshing take on meals, combining savory ground chicken or turkey with vibrant veggies and a zesty sauce. These quick-to-prepare wraps are not only customizable for various tastes but also serve as a healthy alternative to traditional dishes. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, they cater to both meat lovers and vegetarians alike. Experience a delightful crunch in every bite with these versatile lettuce wraps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
- Large lettuce leaves (iceberg or butter)
- 1 cup finely chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup finely chopped carrots
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat, adding the ground chicken or turkey until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté until fragrant.
- Add chopped bell peppers and carrots; cook for about three minutes until softened.
- Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil; mix well and let simmer for two minutes.
- Spoon the filling onto lettuce leaves, avoiding overfilling.
- Serve immediately with additional dipping sauce if desired.
Notes
For vegetarian versions, substitute ground meat with tofu or tempeh.
Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini for extra flavor.
Prepare the filling ahead of time and store it in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg