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Turkey and Vegetable Lettuce Wraps

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Turkey and vegetable lettuce wraps are a fresh, flavorful, and healthy dish made with lean ground turkey, crisp vegetables, and a savory Asian-inspired sauce, all served in tender lettuce leaves for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded or finely chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
  • 1/3 cup chopped water chestnuts (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 head butter lettuce, romaine, or iceberg, leaves separated and washed
  • Optional toppings: chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, cilantro, sriracha

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft.
  2. Add minced garlic and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
  4. Stir in carrots, bell peppers, and water chestnuts. Cook for 2–3 minutes until vegetables are just tender.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
  6. Pour the sauce into the skillet. Stir to coat the turkey and vegetables. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in green onions.
  8. Spoon filling into lettuce leaves and garnish with optional toppings.
  9. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • Use tamari and gluten-free hoisin for a gluten-free version.
  • Double the lettuce leaves to prevent tearing.
  • Make the filling ahead for meal prep and assemble wraps fresh.
  • To make it spicy, add sriracha or red pepper flakes.

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