Description
These Citrus Herb Turkey Lettuce Wraps are a fresh and flavorful dish that combines the zest of orange and lime with aromatic herbs, creating a light and satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner, these wraps are packed with protein and vibrant citrus flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- Butter or romaine lettuce leaves for wrapping
- Extra lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
- Cook turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add citrus and herbs: Stir in orange juice, lime juice, lime zest, oregano, thyme, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Finish and assemble: Remove from heat, stir in cilantro. Spoon turkey mixture into lettuce leaves, top with red onion and shredded carrots. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped cucumber or water chestnuts.
- You can swap ground turkey with ground chicken or tofu.
- These wraps are great for meal prep—just store the filling separately from the lettuce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 lettuce wraps
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
