Summer Body Turkey Lettuce Wraps (Printer-friendly)

Light turkey wraps with fresh lettuce and crunchy veggie sticks for a satisfying summer meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Turkey Filling

01 - 1.1 lbs lean ground turkey
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 medium carrot, finely grated
06 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
07 - 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
10 - 1 tablespoon gluten-free hoisin sauce
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Lettuce Wraps

14 - 1 large head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated, washed, and dried

→ Crunchy Veggie Sticks

15 - 2 small carrots, cut into sticks
16 - 1 small cucumber, cut into sticks
17 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into sticks
18 - 1 celery stalk, cut into sticks

→ Garnishes

19 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
20 - 2 green onions, sliced
21 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped red onion, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
02 - Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until completely cooked through and no longer pink, approximately 5 minutes.
03 - Stir in grated carrot, diced bell pepper, ginger, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, black pepper, and chili flakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and vegetables to soften slightly.
04 - Remove from heat and stir in fresh chopped cilantro to brighten the flavors.
05 - Lay lettuce leaves on a serving platter and spoon the turkey mixture evenly into each leaf.
06 - Sprinkle wraps with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Arrange veggie sticks on a separate plate and serve with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes for quick summer meals
  • Low-carb and gluten-free, perfect for health-conscious dining
  • Packed with lean protein to keep you satisfied
  • Vibrant and colorful presentation makes it Instagram-worthy
  • The perfect balance of savory flavors with fresh crunch
02 -
  • Prepare the filling in advance and reheat when ready to serve for even quicker meal assembly
  • Double the recipe and use leftovers for healthy meal prep throughout the week
  • Keep the lettuce leaves and filling separate until serving time to maintain optimal crispness
  • For a party, set up a DIY lettuce wrap bar so guests can build their own
  • Store cut veggie sticks in cold water in the refrigerator to keep them extra crisp
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