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Fresh Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps with Mango Salsa

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A quick and healthy recipe featuring spiced ground turkey wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, topped with a fresh and tangy mango salsa. Perfect for a light lunch or casual dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey (lean, organic preferred)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 small red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 head romaine or butter lettuce (large, sturdy leaves)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients (10 minutes): Dice the onion, mince the garlic, chop the cilantro, peel and dice the mango, finely dice the red bell pepper, and mince the jalapeño if using. Rinse and pat dry the lettuce leaves.
  2. Make the Mango Salsa (5 minutes): In a mixing bowl, combine mango, red bell pepper, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently and set aside.
  3. Cook the Turkey Filling (15 minutes): Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent (3-4 minutes), add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add ground turkey, breaking it up, then season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through (8-10 minutes), adding water or broth if dry.
  4. Assemble the Wraps (5 minutes): Lay lettuce leaves on a platter. Spoon turkey mixture into each leaf and top with mango salsa.
  5. Serve Immediately: Enjoy fresh to keep lettuce crisp. If needed, keep turkey warm and assemble just before serving.

Notes

If turkey sticks to the pan, lower heat and add a teaspoon of oil or water. Add a pinch of sugar to mango salsa if too tart. Use dry lettuce leaves to avoid sogginess. Prep salsa while turkey cooks to save time. Adjust spice level by adding more jalapeño or chili powder. Store turkey filling and salsa separately if making ahead.

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Keywords: turkey taco, lettuce wraps, mango salsa, healthy lunch, quick recipe, low carb, gluten-free, dairy-free

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