Taco Lettuce Wraps
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Taco Lettuce Wraps
Description
This recipe prepares a seasoned ground turkey filling by browning the meat in olive oil and mixing in salsa, diced green chiles, and taco seasoning. Adding corn kernels, black beans, and chopped fresh cilantro brings additional texture and mild sweetness. Seasoned with salt and pepper, the mixture has savory depth and hints of spice.
The filling is spooned into butter lettuce leaves, which provide a crisp and cool contrast to the warm, spiced meat and bean mixture. Optional toppings of shredded cheddar cheese and reduced-fat sour cream can be added to introduce creaminess and mild tang. The dish comes together quickly and offers a lower-carb alternative to tortillas, with fresh, vibrant flavors.
These wraps work well as a light lunch, dinner, or appetizer. The recipe's combination of protein, fiber-rich beans, and fresh herbs makes it both satisfying and colorful. Lettuce leaves can be used whole to hold the filling, making it handheld and convenient.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 green chile 4-ounce can, diced
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 corn kernels 15-ounce can; drained
- 1 black beans 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons cilantro fresh, chopped leaves
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1 butter lettuce head
- ¼ cup cheddar cheese optional, shredded
- ¼ cup sour cream optional, reduced-fat
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the turkey as it cooks; drain excess fat.
- Stir in salsa, green chiles and taco seasoning until heated through, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in corn, beans and cilantro until well combined; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- To serve, spoon several tablespoons of the turkey mixture into the center of a lettuce leaf, taco-style, garnished with cheese and sour cream, if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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