Description
Terah’s Delicious Lettuce Wraps are a vibrant and healthy dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table. These quick-to-make wraps use fresh, crisp lettuce as the perfect vessel for a savory filling of ground chicken, bell peppers, and green onions, all enhanced by a delightful homemade sauce. Ideal for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners, they offer versatility in ingredients to suit your taste. With minimal prep time and easy steps, you can impress your guests or satisfy your cravings with this delicious meal. Get ready to enjoy a refreshing dining experience that’s both nutritious and satisfying!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- Large Romaine or Butter lettuce leaves
- Bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- Green onions
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Sesame oil
- Honey
- Lime juice
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground chicken until browned.
- Add chopped bell peppers and green onions; sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Pour in soy sauce and drizzle sesame oil; stir well and simmer for 2 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk honey and lime juice until smooth.
- Spoon filling onto lettuce leaves, drizzle with sauce, and roll tightly.
- Serve immediately with extra sauce on the side.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce overnight.
Substitute ground chicken with turkey or tofu for different dietary needs.
Serve with rice or fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg