Paleo Turkey and Avocado Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this Paleo Turkey and Avocado Sandwich—a light, nutrient-packed alternative to classic sandwiches. Perfectly wrapping fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and lean turkey breast in crisp Romaine lettuce leaves, this recipe delivers flavor without gluten or grains, making it ideal for Paleo, low-carb, or keto lifestyles. Enhanced with optional Dijon mustard and seasoned simply with salt and pepper, each bite is bursting with freshness thanks to juicy tomato, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook, high-protein sandwich is quick to assemble and perfect for on-the-go meals or a refreshing addition to your weekly lunch rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large leaves Romaine lettuce leaves
- 6 ounces Cooked turkey breast (sliced)
- 0.5 whole Avocado
- 1 small Tomato
- 0.25 whole Cucumber
- 0.25 whole Red onion
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the vegetables: Thinly slice the tomato, cucumber, and red onion. Scoop out and slice the avocado into thin strips or mash it if preferred.
2. Lay the lettuce leaves flat on a clean surface or plate to serve as your sandwich 'base' and 'top'.
3. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard (if using) on one of the lettuce leaves for added flavor.
4. Layer the turkey slices evenly over two of the lettuce leaves.
5. Arrange the sliced avocado, tomato, cucumber, and red onion on top of the turkey. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Gently place the remaining lettuce leaves over the toppings to form a 'sandwich'.
7. Secure the sandwich wraps with toothpicks if needed, or wrap tightly with parchment paper for easier handling.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy this light and satisfying Paleo-friendly sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.7 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1691 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 56.1 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1294 mg | 28% | |
*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.
