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Fresh Ground Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps Recipe Easy Zesty Lime Crema

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These Fresh Ground Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps with Zesty Lime Crema are a quick, light, and flavorful alternative to traditional tacos, perfect for busy weeknights or healthy meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh ground turkey (around 93% lean)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Juice and zest of 1 lime
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 head butter or romaine lettuce (large, sturdy leaves separated)
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar or Mexican blend cheese (optional)
  • 1 small avocado, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lime crema: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt with lime juice and zest, fresh cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Cover and refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Prep the veggies: Rinse and separate lettuce leaves, pat dry. Dice tomato, slice avocado, chop onion and garlic.
  3. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a skillet. Sauté chopped onion for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add ground turkey, cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to brown, then stir and cook another 4-5 minutes until fully browned.
  6. Season turkey with cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 2 more minutes. Add a splash of water or chicken broth if dry.
  7. Assemble wraps: Place turkey on lettuce leaves, top with tomato, avocado, cheese if using, and drizzle with lime crema.
  8. Serve immediately to enjoy crisp lettuce and warm turkey.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when browning turkey to avoid steaming. Dry lettuce leaves well to prevent soggy wraps. Refrigerate lime crema before serving to meld flavors. For dairy-free crema, substitute sour cream with coconut yogurt or cashew cream. Adjust chili powder or add cayenne for more heat.

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