Turkey and Avocado Lettuce Wraps

Name: Turkey and Avocado Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 15 ounces ground turkey (lean); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; Salt and pepper to taste; Large lettuce leaves (e.g., iceberg or butter lettuce); 2 ripe avocados, sliced; Salsa or hot sauce (optional)

8 steps

Prep:15minCook:15min

These lettuce wraps are a great choice for a healthy lunch, combining lean protein and healthy fats for a delicious and wholesome meal.

Updated at: Tue, 26 Dec 2023 17:37:11 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Low

Nutrition per serving

Calories463.7 kcal (23%)

Total Fat34 g (49%)

Carbs15.9 g (6%)

Sugars3.3 g (4%)

Protein28.5 g (57%)

Sodium416.8 mg (21%)

Fiber8.2 g (29%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

3 servings

15 ouncesground turkey

lean

1 tablespoonolive oil

1 teaspoonground cumin

1 teaspoonchili powder

large, iceberg or butter lettuce

2avocados

ripe, sliced

Salsa

or hot sauce, optional

Instructions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 2

Add the ground turkey, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook, breaking up the turkey with a spatula, until it's cooked through and slightly browned.

Step 3

Remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

While the turkey mixture is cooling, prepare the lettuce leaves by washing and patting them dry.

Step 5

To assemble the wraps, place a spoonful of the turkey mixture onto a large lettuce leaf.

Step 6

Top each wrap with sliced avocado for creaminess and extra flavor.

Step 7

Drizzle with salsa or hot sauce if desired for added spice.

Step 8

Roll up the lettuce leaf to create a wrap.