Garlic Lime Lettuce Wraps
Garlic Lime Lettuce Wraps are a vibrant and refreshing dish that bursts with zesty flavor in every bite. These easy-to-make wraps combine lean ground chicken, fresh vegetables, and a tangy lime-garlic sauce, all nestled in crispy lettuce leaves. Perfect for light lunches or entertaining guests, they offer a delicious and healthy option that everyone will love. With their stunning presentation and customizable nature, these wraps are sure to impress at any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 wraps) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 8 large butter or romaine lettuce leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the vegetables finely.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and diced red bell pepper; sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add soy sauce and lime juice; mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Spoon the chicken mixture into each leaf, topping with green onions and cilantro as desired.
- Serve immediately while fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider including shredded carrots or cucumbers as toppings. To enhance flavors further, marinate the chicken in lime juice and garlic for at least 30 minutes before cooking.