Description
These Healthy Ground Turkey Lettuce Wrap Bowls are a low-carb, protein-packed dinner idea perfect for busy weeknights. Made with lean turkey, crisp lettuce, and vibrant veggies, this easy lettuce wrap bowl recipe is gluten-free and customizable with Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
1 pound ground turkey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
2 green onions, chopped
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup sliced cucumber
4 cups lettuce (butter, romaine, or iceberg), chopped or whole leaves
1 tablespoon sriracha or chili sauce (optional)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, and cook until fragrant.
2. Add the ground turkey and break it up with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink.
3. Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and green onions. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes.
4. While the turkey cooks, prep the veggies: shred the carrots, slice the cucumber, and wash and dry the lettuce.
5. In serving bowls, layer lettuce on the bottom, then spoon in the hot turkey mixture.
6. Top with carrots, cucumber, green onions, and sesame seeds.
7. Drizzle with sriracha or chili sauce if desired.
8. Serve immediately while warm and fresh.
Notes
These are best served fresh while the lettuce is crisp.
You can prep the turkey in advance for quick lunch bowls.
Swap ground turkey for ground chicken or tofu for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg