Cilantro lime crema turkey tacos in lettuce wraps

Discover a fresh twist on taco night with these Cilantro Lime Crema Turkey Tacos in Lettuce Wraps! Made with seasoned ground turkey, creamy cilantro lime yogurt sauce, and topped with avocado and cherry tomatoes, these tacos are a flavorful, low-carb delight. Perfect for a healthy and delicious meal!

  • 16 Apr 2024
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 12 Servings
  • 21 Ingredients

Cilantro lime crema turkey tacos in lettuce wraps

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Ingredients:

1 garlic clove
3g
2 cups greek yogurt
340g
1 tsp coriander leaves
1g
1.50 fl oz lime juice
44g
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1.50g
1 dash salt
0.40g
1 dash black pepper
1/10g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g
1 cup onion
160g
1 garlic clove
3g
1.25 lb ground turkey
570g
1.50 tsp ground cumin
9g
2 tsp paprika
4.20g
2 tsp chili powder
5g
1/2 tbsp cinnamon
3.90g
1/2 tsp salt
3g
1/2 tsp white pepper
1.20g
10 leafs lettuce
150g
1 avocado
200g
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
77g
1 tsp coriander leaves
1g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cilantro Lime Crema:
- Mince the garlic clove (3g) finely.
- In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt (340g), minced garlic, coriander leaves (1g), lime juice (44g), ground cumin (1.50g), salt (0.40g), and black pepper (0.10g). Stir well until smooth and well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
2. Prepare the Turkey Filling:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil (14g).
- Add the finely chopped onion (160g) and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic (3g) and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey (570g) to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in the ground cumin (9g), paprika (4.20g), chili powder (5g), cinnamon (3.90g), salt (3g), and white pepper (1.20g). Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spices are well incorporated and fragrant. Remove from heat.
3. Assemble the Lettuce Wraps:
- Lay out the lettuce leaves (150g) on a serving platter.
- Spoon the turkey mixture evenly into each lettuce leaf.
- Top each wrap with sliced avocado (200g) and quartered cherry tomatoes (77g).
4. Garnish and Serve:
- Drizzle the prepared cilantro lime crema over each lettuce wrap.
- Garnish with additional coriander leaves (1g).
- Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips:

- For a creamier cilantro lime crema, use full-fat Greek yogurt.

- Make sure to thoroughly drain any excess liquid from the cooked ground turkey to avoid soggy lettuce wraps.

- You can prepare the cilantro lime crema ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

- For extra flavor, marinate the ground turkey with the spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

- To keep the lettuce leaves crisp, dry them well after washing and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

- Feel free to add additional toppings such as shredded cheese, diced jalapeños, or a squeeze of fresh lime juice for added flavor.

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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size130 grams
Energy
Calories 170kcal7%
Protein
Protein 16g11%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 2.18g6%
Sugar 2.44g2%
Fat
Fat 10g12%
Saturated 2.49g8%
Cholesterol 50mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 80ug9%
Choline 50mg9%
Vitamin B1 0.08mg7%
Vitamin B2 0.23mg18%
Vitamin B3 4.71mg29%
Vitamin B6 0.42mg25%
Vitamin B9 27ug7%
Vitamin B12 0.85ug35%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Vitamin E 0.78mg5%
Vitamin K 22ug18%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 63mg5%
Copper, Cu 0.14mg0%
Iron, Fe 1.74mg16%
Magnesium, Mg 30mg7%
Phosphorus, P 180mg15%
Potassium, K 360mg11%
Selenium, Se 18ug32%
Sodium, Na 180mg12%
Zinc, Zn 1.87mg17%
Water
Water 100g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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