Healthy Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps (Print Version)
Fresh lettuce bowls topped with savory seasoned turkey and crisp vegetables
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb lean ground turkey
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 large head Romaine or Butter lettuce, leaves separated and washed
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small carrot, shredded
05 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1/2 cucumber, diced
→ Sauces & Seasonings
08 - 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
09 - 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
10 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
11 - 1 tsp sesame oil
12 - 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
13 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Toppings
14 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
15 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# How To Make It:
01 - Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes).
02 - Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the turkey. Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
03 - Stir in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to combine flavors.
04 - Remove skillet from heat; mix in shredded carrot and diced cucumber for a fresh crunch.
05 - Arrange lettuce leaves in shallow bowls. Spoon the turkey mixture evenly into the lettuce cups.
06 - Top with fresh cilantro and toasted sesame seeds. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
# Handy Tips:
01 -
- Everything comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you still want something homemade and nourishing
- The combination of warm spiced meat and cool crisp lettuce creates this incredibly satisfying contrast that never gets boring
02 -
- Dry the lettuce leaves really well after washing, otherwise the water will make everything soggy and dilute all those beautiful flavors
- Let the turkey mixture cool slightly before assembling so the lettuce stays crisp and does not wilt from the heat
03 -
- Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes before serving, the difference in flavor is absolutely worth the extra step
- Double the sauce mixture and keep half in the refrigerator for a quick lunch the next day