Low Sodium Butter Lettuce Wrapped Tacos with Ground Turkey
Elevate your taco night with these Low Sodium Butter Lettuce Wrapped Tacos with Ground Turkey—an irresistibly fresh, healthy, and gluten-free alternative to traditional tacos. Tender butter lettuce leaves replace calorie-dense tortillas, creating a crisp and refreshing base for the flavorful filling of lean ground turkey seasoned with a zesty blend of cumin, paprika, chili powder, and garlic. Vibrant red bell pepper, juicy tomato, and fresh cilantro add layers of color and nutrition, while creamy avocado slices and a squeeze of lime serve as the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this low sodium recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a wholesome, delicious meal packed with bold flavors and light, satisfying textures. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 leaves Butter lettuce leaves
- 1 pound Ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 large Tomato, diced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 large Avocado, sliced
- 1 large Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Gently separate the butter lettuce leaves, wash them under cold water, and pat them dry with paper towels. Set them aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until transparent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute, ensuring it does not burn.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the cumin, paprika, chili powder, and black pepper. Continue to cook for another 2 minutes to let the spices infuse with the meat.
Add the diced red bell pepper and tomato to the skillet, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
To assemble the tacos, place about 2 tablespoons of the turkey mixture in the center of each butter lettuce leaf.
Top with a few slices of avocado and a squeeze of lime juice.
Serve immediately, allowing guests to add more lime juice to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.4 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 426 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.1 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 97.3 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2274 mg | 48% | |
*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.
