Butter Lettuce Wrapped Tacos with Ground Turkey
Elevate taco night with these irresistible Butter Lettuce Wrapped Tacos with Ground Turkey! Perfect for a light, low-carb alternative to traditional tacos, this recipe features tender butter lettuce leaves cradling a flavorful mix of seasoned ground turkey, sautéed onions, and garlic. The tacos are topped with vibrant cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, crisp cilantro, and a sprinkle of shredded cheese for a burst of color and flavor. A dollop of tangy sour cream and a squeeze of fresh lime juice tie everything together, making each bite refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, these tacos are an easy and nutritious meal idea for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you're looking for a healthy dinner, keto-friendly recipe, or a gluten-free taco option, these lettuce wraps are sure to become a favorite in your rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 0.5 cup water
- 12 butter lettuce leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 avocado
- 1 lime
- 0.25 cup cilantro
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Continue cooking until the turkey is well coated and the liquid is mostly absorbed, about 3-5 minutes.
While the turkey is cooking, wash and pat dry the butter lettuce leaves. Set them aside on a plate.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the avocado. Chop the cilantro.
Once the turkey is cooked, season with salt and pepper to taste.
To assemble the tacos, place a spoonful of the ground turkey mixture into each butter lettuce leaf.
Top each taco with cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, cilantro, cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over each taco before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.5 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.0 g | 215% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 440 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 7880 mg | 343% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 117.4 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 821 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 3059 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
