Ground Turkey and Zucchini Lettuce Wraps
Savory seasoned ground turkey cooked with diced zucchini and bell pepper, served inside crisp lettuce cups. It provides a refreshing, low-carb lunch or light dinner free from dairy and added sugar.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by ERNESTINE + Lila
ERNESTINE created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Store leftover turkey filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; assemble wraps just before eating to keep the lettuce crisp.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat extra virgin olive oil in a…
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Heat extra virgin olive oil in a…
Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C).
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Add ground turkey to the skillet
Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula, until no longer pink and browned.
Look for: no longer pink and browned
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Add diced zucchini
Add diced zucchini, diced red bell pepper, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the skillet. Stir constantly and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Look for: the vegetables are tender-crisp
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Pour coconut aminos and sesame oil over…
Pour coconut aminos and sesame oil over the turkey mixture. Stir well to coat evenly and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until hot.
Look for: hot
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Remove the skillet from the heat
Remove the skillet from the heat.
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Spoon equal portions of the warm turkey…
Spoon equal portions of the warm turkey filling into fresh romaine lettuce leaves to serve.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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