Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Turkey Lettuce Wraps are a nutritious, tasty, and easy-to-make meal. Packed with lean turkey, fresh veggies, and flavorful spices, they’re perfect for any night of the week!
Servings: 4 servings
Cost: $9.72
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large red pepper finely diced, 1-1/2 cups
- 2 large carrots peeled and finely diced, 1-1/2 cups
- 1 pound lean ground turkey 93/7
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 3/4 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup corn thawed if frozen
- 1 head Boston lettuce or romaine lettuce or cooked rice, for serving
- Cilantro-lime sauce for serving, see note 1
- Serving suggestions see note 2
Seasoning Mix
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1-1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon powder see note 2
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- If making wraps, gently wash and dry individual lettuce leaves and let them stand to fully dry while making the filling. If serving over rice, prepare the rice.
- Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Once oil is hot, add diced carrot and pepper. Sauté, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until beginning to soften. Press to the edges and add ground turkey into the center of the pan. Add all seasonings listed under "Seasoning Mix."
- Crumble meat into small pieces and cook until no longer pink, about 5–8 minutes. While cooking and crumbling, incorporate the veggies. Add tomato sauce, black beans, and corn. Scrape the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. (This is where the flavor is!) Let simmer 3–5 minutes or until fully cooked through, then remove from heat to let slightly cool.
- Scoop a big spoonful of filling into prepared lettuce wraps or over prepared rice. Top with your favorites—I love a diced avocado, a sprinkle of cotija, a squeeze of lime, and lots of cilantro-lime sauce. Enjoy promptly!
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Notes
Note 1: Here’s the website's favorite cilantro-lime sauce. Or try my favorite healthy cilantro-lime sauce (dairy free and vegan!). I love the freshness and vibrancy these sauces add.
Note 2: Try some of these serving suggestions! 1 large, ripe avocado, sprinkle of cotija, and fresh lime wedges.
Note 2: I love the rich and savory flavor that the beef bouillon powder adds to the turkey filling. It really takes the taste to the next level by providing a beefy essence that perfectly complements the other ingredients. If you prefer to omit it, that’s okay too! You may need to add some extra salt to compensate.
Storage: You can store leftover filling in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days. Store lettuce leaves separately in a resealable plastic bag with a paper towel to absorb any moisture. You can store leftover cilantro-lime sauce in a separate airtight container in the fridge for 5–7 days. It makes a great addition to salads, tacos, and even as a dip for vegetables or tortilla chips.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 873mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 8737IU | Vitamin C: 58mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 3mg