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Fresh Clean Eating Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps Recipe Easy Healthy Avocado Pico de Gallo

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These turkey taco lettuce wraps combine lean ground turkey seasoned with a homemade blend and fresh avocado pico de gallo, wrapped in crisp butter lettuce for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey (lean, preferably 93% lean)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • ½ small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 small handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and washed
  • Optional garnishes: sliced radishes, shredded cheese, or a drizzle of hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pico de Gallo: In a mixing bowl, combine diced avocado, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and chopped cilantro. Squeeze lime juice over the top, gently toss to combine, and season with a pinch of salt. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, careful not to burn.
  4. Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  5. Sprinkle in cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the meat evenly.
  6. Pour in ¼ cup water or chicken broth, stir, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes until liquid mostly evaporates and turkey is tender.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Separate lettuce leaves, rinse thoroughly, and pat dry.
  9. Spoon turkey mixture into each lettuce leaf, then top generously with avocado pico de gallo.
  10. Add optional garnishes like radishes or hot sauce if desired.
  11. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not rush browning the turkey to get caramelized bits for flavor. Be gentle when mixing avocado pico de gallo to avoid mushiness. Keep heat moderate when cooking onions and garlic to prevent burning. Store lettuce wrapped in damp paper towel to keep crisp if prepping ahead. Turkey filling can be cooked ahead and reheated gently.

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