Meal Prep Lunch Turkey Taco Lettuce Cups
Meal Prep Lunch Turkey Taco Lettuce Cups offer a fresh and tasty twist on traditional tacos, perfect for busy weekdays. These crunchy lettuce cups are filled with seasoned ground turkey, colorful veggies, and topped with creamy avocado and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, they provide a satisfying meal that aligns with your health goals while delivering vibrant flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 cups total) 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 8 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 ripe avocado (sliced)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water; simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- While the turkey cooks, chop bell peppers and halve cherry tomatoes.
- Spoon the turkey mixture into lettuce leaves, topping each with bell peppers, tomatoes, and avocado slices.
- Finish with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Serve immediately or store components separately for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lettuce cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Customize by swapping ground turkey for chicken or beef or adding black beans for extra protein.- Keep toppings separate until serving to maintain freshness.