7 Lettuce Wrap Recipes You’d Never Guess Are Healthy
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Looking for a low-carb appetizer or a healthy, light meal? Try a lettuce wrap. Lettuce wraps are like a handheld salad and packed with protein. Whether you crave chicken lettuce wraps or a healthy Asian-inspired lettuce wrap recipe, there's a quick and delicious recipe ahead for you.
Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps
Healthy ground beef recipes most certainly do exist. Case in point these easy Asian-inspired lettuce wraps that require just seven ingredients. Layer with a shredded broccoli slaw mix for a crunchy topper to finish off these delicious lettuce wraps for a light meal that's filled with protein (21 grams!).
Chipotle Chicken-Avocado Lettuce Wraps
Slow cooker chicken lettuce wraps might sound too good to be true, but this zesty recipe proves it can be done. Let your slow cooker do the work of cooking chicken for your next gathering (or prep for easy lunches), then make it a meal by serving on lettuce leaves with avocado wedges.
Chicken and Avocado Lettuce Wraps
For a fresh take on a taco salad, try a lettuce wrap filled with fresh chicken, tomatoes, and avocado. Fresh cilantro and lime give these chicken lettuce wraps a zesty-tangy finish. Add some crushed tortilla chips for an irresistible crunch.
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Paleo Waldorf Salad Lettuce Wraps
Whether you're on a Paleo lifestyle or not, these healthy lettuce wraps are a game-changer. Paleo-friendly mayonnaise (try making your own!) is the key to making the classic waldorf salad healthier and appropriate for anyone following the diet. The crunch from fresh apples, cauliflower, and celery in a creamy dressing make this easy lettuce wrap recipe a keeper.
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
For an impressive food display at your next gathering, consider these healthy Asian lettuce wraps. They clock in at only 58 calories per serving, so you won't feel bad eating a few. Bonus: you can have these on the table in just 20 minutes.
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Thai Shrimp and Cucumber Lettuce Wraps with Rice
Bring on the spice! These Asian-inspired healthy lettuce wrap get plenty of heat from Thai chile peppers and sriracha sauce. The bold flavors are tamed a bit by cooling mint and cucumber. To change things up (and make them a bit heartier), we include some cooked rice in every lettuce wrap.
Garlic-Ginger Pork Lettuce Wraps
Garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and soy sauce make a beautiful sauce for these healthy lettuce wraps. The recipe can adapt to your schedule, too. Use our directions to make the lettuce wrap meat in your slow cooker or pressure cooker.
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