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🥬 Easy Lettuce Wraps Recipe – Healthy, Fresh & Flavor-Packed!

Looking for a healthy and delicious meal that’s light yet satisfying? These easy lettuce wraps are the perfect choice! Crisp lettuce leaves filled with a savory, protein-rich filling—these wraps are quick to prepare, low-carb, and incredibly versatile.

Whether you’re making dinner, lunch, or meal prep, these homemade lettuce wraps are a refreshing alternative to traditional wraps or sandwiches.

⭐ Why You’ll Love These Lettuce Wraps

  • 🕒 Ready in under 30 minutes
  • 🥗 Low-carb and gluten-free
  • 🥩 Packed with lean protein and crunchy veggies
  • 🔄 Endlessly customizable – use chicken, beef, tofu, or shrimp
  • 🥢 Inspired by Asian lettuce wraps like PF Chang’s

🧾 Ingredients

You can adjust this based on your preferred protein or dietary needs, but here’s a classic version using ground chicken:

For the filling:

  • 500g (1 lb) ground chicken (or beef, turkey, tofu)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil or neutral cooking oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped (optional but great for crunch)
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced

For the sauce:

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sriracha or chili sauce (optional for heat)
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup

To serve:

  • 1 head of butter lettuce, romaine, or iceberg, leaves separated and washed
  • Optional: crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, lime wedges

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Filling

Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

Add ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.

2. Add Veggies & Sauce

Stir in carrots and water chestnuts. In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Pour over the meat mixture and simmer for 3–5 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.

Remove from heat and stir in green onions.

3. Assemble the Wraps

Spoon the filling into individual lettuce leaves. Garnish with crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, or a squeeze of lime.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

🥄 Variations

  • 🐄 Beef Lettuce Wraps – use ground beef and extra garlic
  • 🌱 Vegan Lettuce Wraps – use crumbled tofu or lentils
  • 🌶️ Add chopped jalapeños or chili flakes for more heat
  • 🥜 Drizzle with peanut sauce for Thai-style wraps
  • 🍚 Serve with a side of jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a heartier meal

📦 Storage Tips

  • Store leftover filling in the fridge for up to 3–4 days
  • Reheat in a skillet or microwave
  • Keep lettuce leaves separate until ready to serve for maximum freshness

💬 Final Thoughts

These healthy lettuce wraps are the ultimate light and satisfying meal—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, an impressive appetizer, or a lunch that won't weigh you down. They’re fresh, flavorful, and endlessly adaptable to your taste.

👉 Try them out and let us know your favorite filling combo in the commments below!

NUTRITION INFORMATION:

Calories:245cal (12%)Carbohydrates:21g (7%)Protein:15g (30%)Fat:12g (18%)Saturated Fat:1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat:4gMonounsaturated Fat:6gTrans Fat:0.03gSodium:1437mg (62%)Potassium:802mg (23%)Fiber:4g (17%)Sugar:9g (10%)Vitamin A:16198IU (324%)Vitamin C:34mg (41%)Calcium:130mg (13%)Iron:4mg (22%)

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