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Vegan Thai Lettuce Cups with Green Split Peas

These vegetarian Thai lettuce cups taste like the popular version from PF Chang's, but they feature a tender green split pea filling loaded with plant-based protein.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 4
Calories: 269 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai

Ingredients

Green Split Pea Filling
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red onion , chopped
  • 2 carrots , chopped (about 3/4 cup)
  • 2 celery stalks , chopped (about 3/4 cup)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger , minced
  • 1 garlic clove , minced
  • 1/4 cup tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 cup green split peas
  • 3 cups water
For Serving:
  • 1 head butter lettuce
  • shredded carrots , for garnish (optional)
  • chopped fresh cilantro , for garnish (optional)
  • Fresh lime slices , for garnish (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large deep skillet over medium-high heat, and saute the onion, carrots, and celery until they start to soften, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add in the fresh ginger and garlic and saute until fragrant, about one more minute.
  3. Add in the tamari, maple syrup, split peas, and water and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, so that the mixture is still gently bubbling, and cover with a lid to simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the split peas are tender. (Packages say this takes up to 45 minutes, but it's always taken about an hour when I cook these at home.)
  4. Remove the lid and stir well to allow any remaining liquid absorb or evaporate. The filling should not be watery. Allow the filling to cool for at least 5 minutes before spooning it into butter lettuce leaves. I recommend using 2 layers of lettuce leaves per wrap to help make them sturdier.
  5. Garnish each wrap with shredded carrots, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice, if desired, and serve right away. Leftover filling can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. Store the lettuce leaves separately to help prevent them from wilting.

Nutrition Information

Calories 269kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 44g (15%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 4g (6%) Sodium 868mg (36%) Potassium 823mg (24%) Fiber 14g (56%) Sugar 13g (26%) Vitamin A 6610IU (132%) Vitamin C 7.1mg (8%) Calcium 85mg (9%) Iron 3.2mg (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 269

% Daily Value*

Calories 269kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 44g 15%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 4g 6%
Sodium 868mg 36%
Potassium 823mg 18%
Fiber 14g 56%
Sugar 13g 26%
Vitamin A 6610IU 132%
Vitamin C 7.1mg 8%
Calcium 85mg 9%
Iron 3.2mg 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.