Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps: A Flavorful and Healthy Meal Prep Option

Looking for a quick, easy, and healthy meal prep option? Look no further than these Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps! Packed with flavor and protein, these wraps are perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Flavorful: The combination of Thai red curry paste and peanut sauce creates a delicious and tangy flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.
• Healthy: These wraps are low in carbs and packed with protein, making them a great choice for those following a healthy diet.
• Easy to make: This recipe is simple to follow and can be made in under 30 minutes.
• Versatile: You can easily customize this recipe to your liking by adding different vegetables, spices, or sauces.
• Meal prep friendly: The filling for these wraps can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer, making them perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

• For the sauce:
  • 1/4 cup all-natural peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
• For the filling:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
• To serve:
  • Romaine lettuce leaves
  • Green onions, chopped
  • Peanuts, chopped

Instructions

1. Make the sauce: In a small jar or salad dressing shaker, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, sesame oil, and lime juice. Shake until smooth.
2. Cook the filling: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and Thai red curry paste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and the curry paste is fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Add the ground turkey to the pan and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the shredded carrots and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
5. Pour the peanut sauce over the turkey mixture and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until heated through.
6. Serve: Spoon the filling into romaine lettuce leaves and top with green onions and peanuts.

Tips

• For a gluten-free option, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
• If your peanut butter is thick, you may need to add a little extra water to the sauce to thin it out.
• You can also add other vegetables to the filling, such as shredded zucchini or bell peppers.
• To make this recipe ahead of time, simply prepare the filling and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, reheat the filling in a pan over medium heat or in the microwave until heated through.

Additional Resources

• For more information on meal prepping, check out our Meal Prep 101 guide.
• For more healthy and delicious recipes, be sure to visit our Recipes page.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the best lettuce for lettuce wraps? Romaine lettuce is a popular choice for lettuce wraps, but you can also use butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce.
• How do you prepare lettuce for lettuce wraps? Wash the lettuce leaves thoroughly and dry them gently with a paper towel.
• How long do lettuce wraps last? Lettuce wraps are best served immediately after assembling. However, the filling can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
• Can I use ground chicken or beef instead of ground turkey? Yes, you can use ground chicken or beef in this recipe. However, you may need to adjust the cooking time depending on the type of meat you use.

These Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps are a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights With a little planning, you can easily have a healthy and satisfying meal on the table in under 30 minutes. So give this recipe a try and let us know what you think!