Description
Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps are a delightful and healthy dish that bursts with flavor in every bite. Featuring seasoned ground turkey wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, this recipe blends savory spices with fresh ingredients for an unforgettable experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, these wraps are easy to prepare and customizable to suit your palate. Enjoy a fun and interactive meal that brings loved ones together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 12 large butter lettuce leaves
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup diced water chestnuts
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping green onions, mincing garlic, and ginger.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as needed.
- Stir in ginger, garlic, and green onions once the turkey is cooked through. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Mix in water chestnuts, soy sauce, and lime juice. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until combined.
- Spoon filling into lettuce leaves, top with cilantro if desired, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: To add extra crunch, incorporate shredded carrots or bell peppers. For a vegetarian option, substitute ground turkey with crumbled tofu or tempeh.