Perfect Pear Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Perfect Pear Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps
45 min.
4
476kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure that combines freshness, flavor, and nutrition all wrapped up in a deliciously fun package! If you're on the hunt for a quick and healthy meal that dazzles with vibrant tastes and textures, look no further than these Perfect Pear Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for anyone looking to impress family or friends with minimal effort.

These lettuce wraps offer a tantalizing blend of lean ground turkey, refreshing Asian pear, and a medley of aromatic herbs, all enveloped in crisp lettuce leaves. Not only are they dairy-free, but they are also bursting with protein and healthy fats, making them a satisfying choice for lunch or dinner. The secret to their irresistible flavor lies in the creamy peanut butter and zesty lime juice that bring everything together in harmony.

Imagine taking a bite and experiencing a symphony of tastes—from the crunch of fresh veggies to the savory turkey and the sweet hints of pear. Each wrap is topped with matchstick carrots, chopped peanuts, and fragrant mint, adding layers of texture and flavor that make these wraps a true crowd-pleaser. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to savor a healthy, homemade meal that combines the best of Asian cuisine with a twist!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • 0.5 cup matchstick carrots 
  • teaspoon asian chili sauce hot (such as sriracha)
  • tablespoons creamy peanut butter 
  • 0.3 cup roasted peanuts dry chopped
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh julienned
  •  garlic cloves minced
  •  green onions thinly sliced
  • 12 large iceberg lettuce leaves chilled
  • pound pd of ground turkey lean
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • medium asian pear cored peeled chopped
  • 0.5 cup onion diced red
  • 0.5 cup newman's own lighten up sesame ginger dressing low fat

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Toss chopped Asian pear with lime juice; set aside. .
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is shimmering, add garlic, red onion and green onions, and saut 2 to 3 minutes or until fragrant.
  3. Add turkey and cook 4 to 5 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink, stirring to crumble.
  4. Whisk together peanut butter, dressing, and chili sauce.
  5. Add to turkey mixture in skillet and cook, stirring often, until liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat; add pear mixture to turkey mixture, stirring gently.
  7. Spoon mixture evenly into lettuce leaves and top with carrots, chopped peanuts and fresh mint.

Nutrition Facts

Calories476kcal
Protein27.36%
Fat56.06%
Carbs16.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.65
Glycemic Load
3.61
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.134347646133%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.92mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
1.67mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
1.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.24mg
Luteolin
0.5mg
Isorhamnetin
1.14mg
Kaempferol
0.33mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
5.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:476.17kcal
23.81%
Fat:30.85g
47.46%
Saturated Fat:4.72g
29.53%
Carbohydrates:20.52g
6.84%
Net Carbohydrates:15.77g
5.74%
Sugar:11.19g
12.44%
Cholesterol:62.37mg
20.79%
Sodium:494.62mg
21.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.88g
67.75%
Vitamin B3:14.38mg
71.92%
Vitamin A:3104.1IU
62.08%
Vitamin B6:1.17mg
58.51%
Vitamin K:48.71µg
46.39%
Selenium:27.39µg
39.13%
Phosphorus:374.76mg
37.48%
Manganese:0.56mg
28.12%
Vitamin E:4.1mg
27.33%
Potassium:737.77mg
21.08%
Magnesium:84.19mg
21.05%
Fiber:4.74g
18.97%
Zinc:2.84mg
18.96%
Vitamin B5:1.4mg
14.01%
Folate:55.97µg
13.99%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.53%
Copper:0.24mg
12.04%
Vitamin C:9.69mg
11.74%
Iron:2.05mg
11.37%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.94%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.64%
Calcium:57.94mg
5.79%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Source:My Recipes