Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Light, flavorful, and bursting with savory goodness, these Turkey Lettuce Wraps are the perfect low-carb, high-protein meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Sautéed ground turkey is infused with a mouthwatering blend of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and hoisin, perfectly balanced by the crunch of water chestnuts and fresh carrots. Served in crisp butter or romaine lettuce leaves, these wraps are topped with green onions, sesame oil, and an optional spicy kick of sriracha for a customizable meal packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a party appetizer, this healthy and satisfying dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground turkey
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 small Onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Carrot, grated
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tsp Ginger, grated
• 1 cup Water chestnuts, chopped
• 3 Green onions, sliced
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 12 leaves Butter or Romaine lettuce leaves
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional)
• 1 tbsp Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the grated carrot, water chestnuts, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.

Step 6

Turn off the heat and mix in the sesame oil and green onions.

Step 7

Wash and pat dry the lettuce leaves to prepare them for serving.

Step 8

Scoop a few spoonfuls of the turkey mixture into each lettuce leaf.

Step 9

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top (if using) and add a drizzle of sriracha or chili garlic sauce for extra heat (optional).

Step 10

Serve immediately, folding the lettuce wraps like a taco, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1242.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2825.4

Total Fat 228.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 111.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.1g
Cholesterol 721.5mg	0%
Sodium 2880.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 29.8g
Protein 100.2g	0%

Vitamin D 115.7IU	0%
Calcium 263.1mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2261.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.9%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 14.2%