Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
2 tbsp pesto (ensure no alcohol/dairy)
4 large lettuce leaves (romaine or butter lettuce)
1/4 cup diced cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp finely chopped red onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional: pinch of chili flakes
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and no longer pink (about 5 minutes). Stir in chili flakes (if using). Remove from pan, let rest. Mix turkey with pesto in a bowl. Spoon turkey mixture onto lettuce leaves. Top with tomatoes and onion. Wrap lettuce around filling.
Notes
Use fresh basil pesto for vibrant herbal flavor
Choose crisp lettuce varieties for structure
Add shredded carrots or bell peppers for extra crunch
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Meals
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American Mediterranean
- Diet: Low-carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg