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Easy and Delicious Lettuce Wraps


  • Author: Mark Taylor
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Lettuce wraps are a vibrant and healthy dish, combining fresh greens with savory fillings for a satisfying meal. Perfect for lunch or dinner, they are easy to prepare and customize.


Ingredients

  • Butter Lettuce
  • Ground Chicken or Tofu
  • Fresh Garlic
  • Green Onions
  • Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • Sesame Oil
  • Shredded Carrots
  • Cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground chicken or tofu until browned (5-7 minutes).
  2. Add minced garlic and chopped green onions; stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Mix in soy sauce and sesame oil; cook on low heat for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in shredded carrots and heat for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Carefully separate butter lettuce leaves; spoon the filling into each leaf.
  6. Garnish with cilantro if desired, fold, and enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 lettuce wrap
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Experiment with different proteins like shrimp or beans for variety. Use sliced bell peppers or cucumbers as additional crunchy fillings.