Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps
This recipe helps you feel like you can still enjoy the great flavors of tacos, while staying on track. Enjoy!
Allowed for all Ideal Protein phases.
Serving size
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 lb. lean ground turkey
- 2 cloves of garlic
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- ½ tsp. paprika
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Iceberg or Romaine lettuce leaves, doubled up – for serving
- Suggested toppings: Diced Roma tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, light sour cream, (Shredded Mexican cheese and diced avocado for Maintenance only)
Preparation
Step 1
Heat up olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add turkey and garlic, season with salt and pepper, and cook. Toss and break up turkey occasionally, until cooked through. For about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, tomato sauce and chicken broth.
Step 4
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook about 5 minutes until sauce has reduced.
Step 5
Serve mixture over lettuce leaves with desired toppings.
Step 6
Wrap lettuce and serve.
