Thai Lettuce Wraps

Thai lettuce wraps are a delicious and healthy dish commonly enjoyed as an appetizer or a light meal. They typically consist of a protein filling wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves.

This yummy meal is quick and easy to prepare especially if you have leftover protein. You can use any kind of lettuce – iceberg, romaine, or Boston. Lettuce and other greens are rich in vitamin K to keep your bones strong. Lettuce also helps to hydrate you thanks to its 95% water content!

Nutritional Benefits

High in Protein: Depending on the protein used, they can be a great source of lean protein.
Low Carb: Using lettuce instead of wraps reduces the carb count.
Rich in Vegetables: The addition of various vegetables increases fiber and nutrients.

Thai Lettuce Wraps

Power Food: Lettuce

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Asian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 3

Total Time 13

Servings 4

Ingredients

Beef or Protein of Choice & Marinate:

8 oz. beef sirloin thinly sliced or 1 cup tofu cubes for a vegan version
2 1/2 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 tsp. dark sesame seed oil
2 tsp. rice wine vinegar
1 tsp. ginger grated
3 garlic cloves minced
3 scallions chopped
Pinch of pepper
½ cup of water chestnuts chopped for crunch! (optional)

Lettuce Wraps:

12 lettuce leaves – romaine or Boston
Cucumbers
Carrots
Red cabbage
Sweet chili sauce

Directions

Combine the beef marinate ingredients – soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, scallions, and pepper together. Add the slice beef, cover, and set aside for a minimum of 30 minutes or overnight if time permits.
Place a skillet on stove top on medium-high heat, add the marinated beef and the marinade, and stir-fry until the sauce has reduced and the meat is cooked through, about 3 minutes, and transfer to a plate.
To serve, place the beef or protein of choice, lettuce leaves, cucumbers, carrots, and red cabbage in the middle of the table for everyone to make their own lettuce wraps if serving at home.
If meal prepping. Add lettuce leaves, protein of choice, cucumbers, carrots, and red cabbage in your meal prep container to enjoy when you are ready to enjoy!