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Cilantro-Lime Turkey Lettuce Cups

This simple meal is low in carbs and high in protein.

Ingreadient

For Cilantro Sauce
  • 1 jalapeño, chopped, seeded if desired
  • 1 c. fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 c. plain yogurt
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
For Thai Turkey
  • 1 Tbsp. canola oil
  • 1 1/2 lb. lean white ground turkey
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 8 butter lettuce leaves
  • radishes, thinly sliced, for serving

Direction

    1. In a blender, purée jalapeño, cilantro, yogurt, lime juice, and cumin until smooth.
    2. Heat canola oil in a large cast-iron skillet on medium-high. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until golden brown and crispy, 6 to 8 minutes. Add garlic, jalapeño, and ginger, then cook, tossing, 1 minute.
    3. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice, soy sauce, and up to 1/4 cup water (if it seems dry).
    4. Sprinkle with scallions and spoon into lettuce leaves. Serve with cilantro sauce and sliced radishes if desired.