Whole30 Butter Lettuce Wrapped Tacos with Ground Turkey
Transform your taco night with these vibrant and healthy Whole30 Butter Lettuce Wrapped Tacos with Ground Turkey! Packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this recipe swaps traditional tortillas for crisp butter lettuce leaves, making it a perfect low-carb, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly option. Sautéed ground turkey is infused with a smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika, balanced by the freshness of lime juice and cilantro, while diced tomatoes and red bell peppers add a juicy burst of flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes, these tacos are an easy, family-friendly dinner that doesn't compromise on taste. Top with creamy avocado slices for an extra indulgent finish and enjoy this satisfying, guilt-free meal that's completely Whole30 compliant!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 Lime, juiced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 12 leaves Butter lettuce leaves
- 1 Avocado, sliced (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the diced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Step 5
Increase the heat slightly and add the ground turkey. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 7
Simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the freshly squeezed lime juice and chopped cilantro.
Step 9
To serve, spoon the turkey mixture into the butter lettuce leaves.
Step 10
If desired, top with avocado slices and additional cilantro for garnish.
Step 11
Serve immediately and enjoy your wholesome, Whole30 compliant meal!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1360.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1223.0 |
| Total Fat 71.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 322.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2965.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.8g | |
| Protein 96.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 205.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1958.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories