Description
These citrus herb turkey lettuce wraps are a fresh and healthy main course option, combining ground turkey with zesty lime and orange juices, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables. Perfect for a light meal or meal prep, these wraps are gluten-free, low carb, and full of vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey Mixture
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or coconut aminos
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint or basil
Wrap & Toppings
- 1 head butter or romaine lettuce (leaves separated and washed)
- Shredded carrots
- Thinly sliced cucumber
- Extra fresh herbs for topping (cilantro, mint, or basil)
Instructions
- Heat and Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant to infuse the oil with flavor.
- Cook Turkey: Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the turkey is fully cooked and lightly browned, ensuring no pink remains.
- Add Citrus and Seasonings: Stir in lime juice, orange juice, lime zest, orange zest, soy sauce or coconut aminos, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes, allowing the mixture to coat well and slightly reduce.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the chopped fresh cilantro and mint or basil to brighten the mixture with fresh herbaceous notes.
- Assemble Wraps: Spoon the warm turkey mixture into washed lettuce leaves. Top with shredded carrots, thinly sliced cucumber, and additional fresh herbs if desired for extra flavor and crunch.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy these wraps right away to retain the crispness of the lettuce and freshness of the herbs, making for a perfect light meal.
Notes
- These wraps are fresh, light, and perfect for meal prep throughout the week.
- For variety, serve the turkey filling over cooked rice or inside rice paper rolls instead of lettuce leaves.
- Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce to keep the recipe gluten-free and paleo-friendly.
- Leftover turkey mixture can be refrigerated and reheated for up to 3 days.
