Garlic Herb Turkey Lettuce Cups
A low-carb turkey lettuce cup recipe with crisp vegetables, herbs, and a yogurt sauce for a quick lunch or dinner.
295
Calories
36g
Protein
12g
Carbs
11g
Fat
Ingredients
- 300 gLean ground turkey
- 8 large leavesButter lettuce leaves
- 1 cup, matchstick cutCucumber
- 1 cup, thinly slicedRed bell pepper
- 1/3 cupGreek yogurt
- 2 cloves, mincedGarlic
- 1/4 cup, choppedParsley
- 2 tspOlive oil
- 1 tbspLemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook garlic for 30 seconds.
- 2
Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink.
- 3
Stir parsley and half of the lemon juice into the cooked turkey.
- 4
Mix Greek yogurt with the remaining lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
- 5
Fill lettuce leaves with turkey, cucumber, bell pepper, and yogurt sauce.
Meal planning notes
- Cook the turkey filling ahead and keep lettuce leaves dry until assembly.
- Pack sauce separately so the lettuce stays crisp.
- Use this filling over salad greens when you need a fork-friendly meal prep option.
Substitutions
- Use chicken mince if lean turkey is not available.
- Swap Greek yogurt for tahini lemon sauce for a dairy-free version.
- Add avocado if you want a higher-fat low-carb meal.
Storage and reheating
Store cooked turkey, vegetables, sauce, and lettuce in separate containers for up to 3 days. Assemble after reheating the turkey.
FAQ
Are these lettuce cups low carb?
Yes. Each serving has about 12 g of carbs because the recipe uses lettuce instead of tortillas or grains.
Can I meal prep this recipe?
Yes. Keep the filling, sauce, and lettuce separate, then assemble right before eating for the best texture.
