Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
70%
Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps
45 min.
4
264kcal

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If you're looking for a healthy and exciting meal that packs a flavorful punch, look no further than these Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even as a delightful appetizer, these wraps offer a delightful combination of textures and tastes that is sure to satisfy your cravings.

What makes this dish truly special is its versatility and ease of preparation. With just 45 minutes in the kitchen, you can whip up a dish that not only looks stunning but is also light on calories, coming in at just 264 kcal per serving. Each wrap is a dynamic medley of minced fresh cilantro, tender shredded chicken, and chewy bean thread noodles, all dressed in a zesty sauce that features a perfect kick from chile paste.

Moreover, these wraps are dairy-free and boast a health score of 70, ensuring you're making a nutritious choice without sacrificing flavor. The crispy lettuce leaves serve as the perfect vessel, allowing you to enjoy a delightful crunch with every bite while keeping the dish refreshing and light. Whether you're serving them to guests or enjoying a quiet meal at home, these Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps are sure to impress and leave everyone clamoring for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 ounces vermicelli (cellophane noodles)
  • tablespoon chili paste depending on your taste pref with garlic
  • teaspoons sesame oil dark
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh minced
  • 0.3 cup soy sauce low-sodium
  • cups roasted boneless skinless chopped
  • 12 large the of 1 cos lettuce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Cover bean threads with boiling water.
  2. Let stand for 5 minutes or until softened.
  3. Drain, and rinse under cool water. Chop noodles.
  4. While bean threads soak, combine cilantro, soy sauce, chile paste, and oil in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  5. Add noodles and chicken to soy sauce mixture; toss well to coat. Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down center of each lettuce leaf; roll up.

Nutrition Facts

Calories264kcal
Protein44.62%
Fat24.59%
Carbs30.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
24.811739123386%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:263.77kcal
13.19%
Fat:7.13g
10.97%
Saturated Fat:1.8g
11.27%
Carbohydrates:20.09g
6.7%
Net Carbohydrates:18.08g
6.58%
Sugar:1.45g
1.61%
Cholesterol:74.53mg
24.84%
Sodium:641.47mg
27.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.11g
58.22%
Vitamin A:7391.84IU
147.84%
Vitamin K:89.52µg
85.26%
Vitamin B6:1mg
49.88%
Selenium:34.64µg
49.48%
Vitamin B1:0.62mg
41.45%
Vitamin B3:7.35mg
36.76%
Phosphorus:326.05mg
32.6%
Folate:122.63µg
30.66%
Potassium:727.78mg
20.79%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.83%
Zinc:2.53mg
16.88%
Magnesium:54.78mg
13.7%
Iron:2.1mg
11.68%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.4%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.75%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.05%
Fiber:2.01g
8.05%
Copper:0.14mg
6.93%
Vitamin C:4.27mg
5.18%
Calcium:44.32mg
4.43%
Vitamin D:0.47µg
3.15%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.76%
Source:My Recipes