Savory Asian Turkey Lettuce Tacos
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with our Savory Asian Turkey Lettuce Tacos. This recipe brings together ground turkey, vibrant vegetables, and a blend of savory ingredients wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a healthy and refreshing meal. Perfect for lunch or a light snack, these wraps are not only customizable but also gluten-free, making them suitable for various dietary preferences. Enjoy them as a fun, interactive meal that everyone can assemble to their liking!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
olive oil
1/4 cup (divided)
ground turkey
1 lb (cooked)
carrots
2 medium (peeled and chopped small)
zucchini
1 medium (chopped)
green onions
4 (thinly sliced)
San-J wheat-free gluten-free soy sauce
1/4 cup
sugar
1/4 teaspoon
garlic powder
1 dash
iceberg lettuce
as needed (whole leaves, for wrapping)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until it's browned and cooked through. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set it aside.
3
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil. Sauté the chopped carrots, zucchini, and green onions for about 1 minute until they begin to soften.
4
Return the cooked turkey to the skillet. Stir in the gluten-free soy sauce, sugar, and garlic powder. Cook for another minute, stirring occasionally, until everything is well combined and heated through.
5
Transfer the turkey and vegetable mixture to a serving dish. Serve with crisp whole iceberg lettuce leaves for wrapping.
6
To enjoy, take a lettuce leaf and spoon a generous amount of the turkey mixture onto it, folding it like a taco. Enjoy your flavorful and healthy wraps!
7
For a variation, serve the turkey mixture over a bed of salad greens for an Asian-inspired salad.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Asian Turkey Lettuce Tacos?
They are a fusion meal featuring ground turkey, vibrant vegetables, and savory seasonings wrapped in crisp iceberg lettuce leaves.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free as it uses wheat-free soy sauce and fresh vegetables.
What type of meat is used in these tacos?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of ground turkey.
What is the best type of lettuce for wrapping?
Whole iceberg lettuce leaves are recommended for their crisp texture and ability to hold the filling.
What vegetables are included in the filling?
The filling includes peeled and finely chopped carrots, chopped zucchini, and thinly sliced green onions.
How long does it take to cook the ground turkey?
The ground turkey should be cooked for about 5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Which soy sauce should I use to keep it gluten-free?
The recipe specifies using San-J wheat-free gluten-free soy sauce.
How much olive oil is required?
A total of 1/4 cup of olive oil is used, divided between cooking the turkey and sautéing the vegetables.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of sugar to balance the savory flavors.
What seasonings provide the flavor?
The flavor comes from a blend of gluten-free soy sauce, sugar, and a dash of garlic powder.
How do I prepare the carrots?
The carrots should be peeled and chopped into small pieces.
How many green onions are needed?
The recipe requires 4 green onions, which should be thinly sliced.
Can I serve this as a salad instead of wraps?
Yes, for a variation, you can serve the turkey and vegetable mixture over a bed of salad greens.
What heat setting should I use?
The skillet should be heated over medium-high heat.
Are these tacos suitable for a low-carb diet?
Yes, these are low-carb because they use lettuce leaves instead of traditional flour or corn tortillas.
Can this be served as a light snack?
Yes, these wraps are perfect for lunch, a light snack, or a quick dinner.
How do I assemble the tacos?
Take a whole lettuce leaf, spoon a generous amount of the turkey mixture onto it, and fold it like a taco.
Is this a quick recipe to prepare?
Yes, with simple ingredients and fast cooking times, it is categorized as a quick recipe.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total, including the oil and seasonings.
Is the turkey cooked with the vegetables?
The turkey is browned first and set aside, then the vegetables are sautéed before everything is combined.
What size zucchini is recommended?
The recipe suggests using one medium-sized zucchini.
Is this an interactive meal?
Yes, it is a fun, interactive meal where everyone can assemble their own wraps at the table.
What is the preparation for the zucchini?
The zucchini should be chopped into small pieces before sautéing.
Can I customize the ingredients?
Yes, the recipe is highly customizable to suit various dietary preferences and tastes.
What brand of soy sauce is mentioned?
The recipe specifically mentions San-J wheat-free gluten-free soy sauce.
How long do the vegetables need to sauté?
The carrots, zucchini, and green onions only need to sauté for about 1 minute until they begin to soften.
What is the preparation for the lettuce?
The iceberg lettuce should be separated into whole leaves for wrapping.
What makes the recipe savory?
The combination of garlic powder, soy sauce, and the natural juices from the turkey and vegetables creates a savory profile.
How much garlic powder is used?
The recipe calls for 1 dash of garlic powder.
Are these tacos refreshing?
Yes, the crisp, cold lettuce combined with the warm, savory filling makes for a very refreshing meal.