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Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps

Light and healthy Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps that are an easy low carb alternative to traditional tacos, are super flavorful and take less than 20 minutes to make!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 lb 99% fat-free lean ground turkey
  • 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 (4.5 oz) can chopped green chiles
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup or more chunky salsa
  • 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro
  • Juice of half a lime
  • 12 butter lettuce leaves
  • Toppings optional: shredded cheese, avocado, sour cream

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey until it begins to crumble and brown. Add chili powder, cumin and oregano and continue cooking until turkey is browned and completely cooked.
  • Stir in tomatoes, green chiles, corn, black beans, salsa and cilantro. Cook about 5 more minutes until heated through then mix in lime juice.
  • Add about 1/4 cup turkey mixture to each lettuce cup, add desired toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 2lettuce cups + 1/4 cup turkey filling | Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 24.4g | Protein: 23.3g | Fat: 1.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 718.6mg | Fiber: 5.5g | Sugar: 4.3g