Dinner

Turkey and Vegetable Lettuce Wraps Recipe

ByMaya bella December 6, 2025December 6, 2025

Introduction

Turkey and vegetable lettuce wraps are a fresh and flavorful meal that’s quick to prepare and perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Packed with colorful veggies and lean ground turkey, these wraps offer a satisfying crunch and savory taste in every bite.

Two small lettuce wraps sit on a white plate, each wrap having three visible layers: a bright green lettuce leaf on top with a slightly textured surface, a middle layer of sliced cucumbers with pale green skin and translucent flesh, and a bottom layer of sliced red tomatoes. Three green olives rest on the left side of the plate. To the right of the plate is a white bowl filled with a colorful mix of cooked vegetables and beans, including orange carrots, brown beans, and green leaves. A white paper napkin is beneath the bowl. The setting is on a white marbled countertop, and a cup with a yellow flower is partially visible near the top. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey ($5.99)
1 head lettuce (iceberg or butter lettuce) ($1.50)
1 carrot, grated ($0.25)
1 red bell pepper, diced ($1.50)
1/4 cup water chestnuts, chopped ($1.00)
2 cloves garlic, minced ($0.20)
2 tbsp soy sauce ($0.30)
1 tbsp hoisin sauce ($0.50)
1 tsp sesame oil ($0.25)
Green onions for garnish ($0.30)
Optional: Sriracha for heat ($0.25)

Instructions

Step 1: Brown the ground turkey in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks until no longer pink.
Step 2: Add the minced garlic, grated carrot, and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
Step 3: Stir in the chopped water chestnuts, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
Step 4: Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5: Meanwhile, wash and carefully separate the lettuce leaves to create little cups for the filling.
Step 6: Spoon the turkey and vegetable mixture into the prepared lettuce cups.
Step 7: Garnish with green onions and add a squirt of Sriracha sauce for extra heat if desired.
Step 8: Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, flavorful wraps!

Tips & Variations

For a vegetarian option, substitute ground turkey with finely chopped mushrooms or crumbled tofu.
Use napa cabbage leaves instead of lettuce for a different texture and flavor.
Add chopped peanuts or cashews for an extra crunch.
Adjust the amount of soy and hoisin sauce to taste for a lighter or more intense flavor.

Storage

Store any leftover turkey mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the lettuce leaves separate and fresh until ready to serve to avoid sogginess. Reheat the turkey filling gently on the stovetop or in the microwave before assembling the wraps.

How to Serve

On a white round plate, there are two lettuce leaf wraps placed side by side; each wrap has bright green lettuce leaves folded over layers of sliced cucumber, tomato, and possibly some other thin vegetable slices visible through the leaves. Two green olives sit on the left side of the plate. To the top right of the plate, there is a small white bowl filled with a mix of beans and diced vegetables in dark and light tones. The plate and bowl rest on a white marbled surface with a folded white paper napkin partially under the bowl. A cup with a sunflower design is partially visible at the top of the image. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of lettuce for these wraps?

Yes, iceberg or butter lettuce works best due to their sturdy leaves, but you can also try romaine or even large spinach leaves for a different twist.