California Lettuce Wrap South Beach Diet
Embrace clean eating with these vibrant California Lettuce Wraps, perfect for those following the South Beach Diet or anyone seeking a light, flavor-packed meal. Crisp romaine lettuce leaves serve as the perfect low-carb vessel for a refreshing medley of shredded chicken breast, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Tossed in a zesty lime and olive oil dressing and garnished with fresh cilantro, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or sunny picnics. Enjoy these versatile wraps as a handheld treat or open-faced for a taco-style presentation, and savor a wholesome, guilt-free meal that's rich in protein and bursting with California-inspired freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Romaine lettuce leaves
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 medium Ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the romaine lettuce leaves carefully, ensuring they remain intact. These will serve as the wraps.
In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken breast, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, shredded carrots, and optional cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, then gently toss to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Spoon the mixture evenly onto the prepared lettuce leaves, using about 1/4 cup of the mixture per leaf.
Carefully fold up the sides of the lettuce to create a wrap or serve open-faced as a lettuce taco.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and healthy lettuce wraps!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.8 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 1445 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 158.4 g | 317% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 3478 mg | 74% | |
*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.
