Description
Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps are a light and flavorful twist on classic tacos, made with seasoned ground turkey wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves and topped with fresh ingredients for a wholesome, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce or salsa
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 head butter lettuce or romaine leaves, separated and washed
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sliced avocado, sour cream or Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked.
- Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat evenly.
- Pour in tomato sauce and water. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Spoon the warm turkey mixture into the prepared lettuce leaves.
- Add desired toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ground chicken or lean ground beef can be substituted for turkey.
- Add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- Mix in black beans or corn for a Tex-Mex variation.
- Store turkey filling separately from lettuce for up to 3–4 days in the refrigerator.
- Freeze cooked turkey filling for up to 2 months in an airtight container.
- Reheat filling in a skillet or microwave before assembling wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 lettuce wraps
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
