Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps
When I'm craving a quick, flavorful, and lighter meal, turkey taco lettuce wraps are my favorite choice. I skip traditional taco shells in favor of crisp lettuce leaves, and honestly, I don't even miss them! These wraps are not only satisfying but also a healthy, low-carb option that keeps things deliciously simple.
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Ingredients
- 1.3 lbs 99% lean ground turkey
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 small onion
- 2 tbsp bell pepper
- 3/4 cup water
- 4 oz can tomato sauce
- 8 large lettuce leaves from Iceberg lettuce
- optional 1/2 cup shredded reduced fat cheddar (omit for Whole 30)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- 1
In a spacious skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium heat, using a spatula to crumble it into smaller bits as it browns.
- 2
Once the meat is no longer pink, incorporate the dry spices and stir thoroughly to combine.
- 3
Stir in the chopped onion, bell pepper, water, and tomato sauce, then cover the skillet. Allow it to simmer on low heat for approximately 20 minutes.
- 4
Rinse the lettuce leaves under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- 5
Evenly distribute the cooked turkey mixture among the 8 lettuce leaves, placing it in the center of each leaf, and finish off with your preferred taco toppings!