Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Thailand with these easy turkey lettuce wraps, brimming with fresh ingredients and a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (optional)
- 1 cup carrots, shredded (optional)
- 8 large romaine lettuce leaves
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in low-sodium soy sauce and cook for an additional minute. If using, add diced bell peppers and shredded carrots; stir until just tender.
- Rinse and dry romaine lettuce leaves gently.
- Spoon a generous amount of turkey mixture into each lettuce leaf.
- Top with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.
- Arrange wraps on a platter and serve with lime wedges for squeezing over wraps before eating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (160g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or tofu for a vegetarian option. Add sriracha for a spicy kick or mix in your favorite crunchy vegetables to enhance texture.