Lunch
easy
Mexican

Turkey Chickpea Lettuce Cups

Ground turkey sautéed with chickpeas, tomatoes, and spices, scooped into crisp romaine leaves. A low-carb, high-protein handheld lunch.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
380 kcal/serving
2 serving
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2 servings

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook 3 minutes until softened.

  2. 2

    Add ground turkey and cook 6-7 minutes, breaking into crumbles until browned.

  3. 3

    Stir in garlic, cumin, chickpeas, and diced tomatoes. Cook 3-4 minutes until warm and slightly thickened.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and squeeze lime juice over the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Spoon the filling into romaine leaves. Serve immediately as handheld cups.

Nutrition Facts

Per 2 servings

760
Calories
68g
Protein
64g
Carbs
28g
Fat
Fiber14.0g
Sugar10.0g
Sodium520mg
Cholesterol220mg

Dietary Information

Dairy-Free
High Protein
Low Carb
Free From:
Dairy
Eggs
Gluten
Tree Nuts
Peanuts
Soy
Fish
Shellfish

Good For

Weight Loss
Maintenance
Athletic Performance

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