High Protein Butter Lettuce Wrapped Tacos with Ground Turkey
Elevate your taco night with these High Protein Butter Lettuce Wrapped Tacos featuring lean ground turkey! This recipe swaps traditional tortillas for crisp butter lettuce leaves, creating a light yet satisfying meal that's perfect for those seeking healthy, low-carb options. Flavored with a smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, the juicy ground turkey is simmered to perfection with a touch of tomato paste for added richness. Fresh toppings like cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and fragrant cilantro add vibrant color and bold flavors, while lime wedges provide a zesty finish. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping, offering a nutritious balance of protein and fresh veggies in every bite. Perfect for fans of gluten-free, high-protein, or keto-friendly recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 12 whole leaves butter lettuce leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 whole lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the turkey with the spices.
Add the tomato paste and water, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes until the sauce has thickened and is well incorporated with the turkey.
While the turkey is cooking, prepare the butter lettuce leaves by gently washing them, then patting them dry with a paper towel. Arrange the leaves on a serving platter.
To assemble the tacos, spoon the ground turkey mixture onto each butter lettuce leaf.
Top with halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.0 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 1414 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.5 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.0 g | ||
| Protein | 104.0 g | 208% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 3646 mg | 78% | |
*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.
