This quick fix turkey lettuce wraps recipe makes the perfect weeknight dinner for busy nights. The flavorful turkey and broccoli slaw filling has a sweet teriyaki sauce that goes perfect inside crisp lettuce wraps.
Easy Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Treat the family to my quick fix lettuce wraps! I use ground turkey, a bag of broccoli slaw with some teriyaki sauce and seasonings to taste. This is a great dinner to add to your monthly rotation. We love it!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy to make for busy weeknights.
- Minimal ingredients needed to make dinner.
- These lettuce wraps are packed with great flavor for the whole family!
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What You’ll Need To Make Lettuce Wraps
Let’s take a look at the ingredients you’ll need to make your own lettuce wraps! See bottom of post for full instructions in recipe card.
- extra virgin olive oil– You’ll use the olive oil to saute the onion and garlic.
- onion– White onions chopped finely works great.
- garlic– Use a fresh clove of garlic and mince yourself or grab the little jar of minced garlic available in the produce section.
- ground turkey breast– Ground turkey breast is delicious in the recipe. You can absolutely substitute to chicken or even beef if you’d like.
- kosher salt– This coarse salt is commonly used in cooking and baking. I prefer it over table salt.
- freshly ground black pepper– For best tasting results use freshly cracked black pepper.
- garlic salt– Look for Lawry’s garlic salt. It’s a good one.
- broccoli slaw-Check for the broccoli slaw near the bagged broccoli and other vegetables in the produce area.
- water chestnuts- Totally optional, but they add a nice added crunch.
- Teriyaki Sauce– Check for Yoshida’s Teriyaki sauce. It’s what I’ve used for years.
- lettuce leaves– I like to use Butter Lettuce leaves, Iceburg works great too.
How To Make Turkey Lettuce Wraps
- Cook Ground Turkey. Place oil into a large 5 qt skillet or other large pan over medium heat. When hot, add onion and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes to soften. Add ground turkey, salt, pepper and garlic salt. Brown and crumble until cooked through. Stir in red pepper flakes for a little spice. Can be optional.
- Add Vegetables and Sauce. When turkey is cooked, stir in broccoli slaw, water chestnuts (optional), and teriyaki sauce. Cook for another 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Reduce heat to low until ready to serve. Serve spoonfuls inside lettuce leaves. Enjoy!
Recipe Tips For Success
- Pre-chop your veggies to speed up dinner prep.
- Make sure your ground turkey is thawed ahead of time before dinner.
- Ground turkey is a very lean meat, make sure you have enough oil in the pan when browning.
- If you can’t find broccoli slaw at your grocery store, check for a bag of stir fry vegetables. They might need a coarse chop before adding to the turkey, but that could be a good substitution.
- If you want a little more spice, add double the red pepper flakes. You can also top your lettuce wraps with Sriracha too.
- There are many Teriyaki sauces available at the grocery store. If you can’t find the Mr. Yoshida’s that I use, choose another variety. Should be just fine. Trader Joe’s has a nice Teriyaki sauce too. Note, a little Teriyaki sauce goes a long way.
What’s The Best Lettuce To Use For Lettuce Wraps Recipe?
- There are a number of lettuce options you can use for your lettuce wraps. I used Butter Lettuce which is beautiful and has very tender leaves.
- Iceburg lettuce works great too. It’s a little bit more crunchy than butter lettuce leaves.
- My third choice would be romaine leaves if needed. A bit trickier to wrap and they’re larger, but can be used.
How To Serve Lettuce Wraps
Serve lettuce wraps with the turkey filling hot inside chilled lettuce leaves. Spoon a little more teriyaki sauce over each lettuce wrap if desired. I enjoy my lettuce wraps with a little bit of sriracha sauce too.
How To Store Leftovers
Store any leftover lettuce wrap filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store extra lettuce leaves in a large ziplock bag for a couple days in the refrigerator. Reheat filling as needed in the microwave. Use a heat proof bowl, covered for 60 second intervals.
Try More Quick Fix Dinner Recipes!
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Equipment
- Stove
- Large Skillet/Fry Pan
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup white onion finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 pound ground turkey breast
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt (I used Lawry's)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 12 ounces Broccoli Slaw (I found a 12 ounce bag at Kroeger/Fry's Marketplace)
- 1 water chestnuts can Optional (1 small can, drained)
- ½ cup Yoshida's Teriyaki Sauce
- 15 Butter Lettuce leaves (you can also use iceburg lettuce leaves)
Instructions
- Place oil into a large 5 qt skillet or other large pan over medium heat. When hot, add onion and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes to soften. Add ground turkey, salt, pepper and garlic salt. Brown and crumble until cooked through. Stir in red pepper flakes for a little spice. Can be optional.
- When turkey is cooked, stir in broccoli slaw, water chestnuts (optional), and teriyaki sauce. Cook for another 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Reduce heat to low until ready to serve. Serve spoonfuls inside lettuce leaves. Enjoy!
we always want to put lettuce in our vegetagble salads and vegetable soups.~”:
i love to eat freshly picked lettuce.`.;
I made this for dinner last night and it was great! Plus it was really easy and my 5 year old liked it. I also think the leftovers tasted even better. I added some brown rice and extra sauce (because of the rice). I even froze half of the filling for an even easier meal in a few weeks!
i just made this for dinner and it was a huge hit…even with my 4 year old and 2 year old. the whole family ate it all up. i'm so happy to have another easy go-to meal. thanks!
I found your link on Lisa Harris’ blog and now have TWO favorites. These lettuce wraps were to die for last night and the Chocolate Chip Cupcakes with Candy Cane Dusted Frosting I have made for two Christmases in a row. . .they are a family favorite. Thanks for the time you put into this blog. We all appreciate it!!
I finally tried these last night and they were wonderful! We ate them on whole wheatrt tortillas. We did think that they needed a punch of flavor so I think that I will add some minced garlic and ginger next time. But I will certainly be making these again. They were so easy which helps a lot. Thanks! ~
you had me @ your first recipe-
but after the thin mint cheesecake cups and now this-
you will never be rid of me!!!!
can’t wait to try it!!!
Just made these and they are wonderful! Perfect for Spring and Summer. I used Teriyaki baste and glaze rather than regular, gives a sweet taste. Great either way!
Leigh Anne,
Thanks so much for your comment. I’m so glad you enjoyed them!!
I made these for dinner tonight and they were so good! Last week I had tried a Copycat recipe for PF Chang’s lettuce wraps and your recipe is SO MUCH better and SO MUCH easier. The other recipe had about 20 ingredients and was so much work and didn’t taste nearly as good. I threw the other recipe away and I will be using this one from now on!
Thanks Everyone!!
Scott,
This recipe fed 4 adults and 2 children with a little filling left over. Hope you enjoy!!
Hi – Your recipe looks fantastic. I’m actually thinking of making it tonight. Just one question – how many adults do you think this recipe can serve?
Thanks!
I heard about your blog at a baby shower and now I can’t get enough of your yummy recipes. The lettuce wraps were delicious!
wow! those wraps l;ooks good and delicious!
your wraps look great, the lettuce’s green color really pops in your photos!
and i will be right there watching the bachelor w/you 😉
Oh wow; I actually had this the other day. But with chicken. Lol. Looks really good!
My husband was just saying that we should go down to Arizona next year to watch some spring training games, so he’s jealous!!
I love lettuce wraps, and these look wonderful!
Jenny,
Oh, I hope you guys had a great time! I hope my bro was nice cause sometimes he’s a pill! Can’t wait to see the cornbread article in Country Living…I gotta go to the grocery store, so I’ll pick it up. And the lettuce wraps look so good! Now if only I could be healthy enough to really do them!!
Maine626,
I just saw the picture this morning as I walked into work. I had no idea the story was in the magazine. I cringed when I saw the silly picture with the cast iron skillet crown, but yes, that is what it looked like!! Goofy, but it was a fun event! Thanks for the belated congrats.
saw your pic in country living or country home (i think it was country living) about the cooking contest you won last summer. great pic and love the hat!!!
saw your pic in the country living or country home (i got both and read them yesterday) on the contest winner of last summer – cute hat!! belated congrat’s.
Thanks Marie,
Now I’m thinking of other ways to use it, it’s a great product.
Hi Recipegirl,
They do look nice on an appetizer platter. Nice and colorful.
Thanks SamX!
Great post from you 🙂
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Hmmm… I’ve never thought to use broccoli slaw. I do love these- they’re great as a make your appetizer platter too!
Nice healthy low fat meal, great idea with the broccoli slaw too. Thanks!
Thanks Steph!! I’ve been enjoying your blog too!
Hi Patsyk,
I know, I’ve been trying to eat healthier, but I like to bake too much!!
Thanks Emiline,
It’s like we’re inside the wrap!
Thanks Kevin!
Teriyakied turkey lettuce wraps sure do sound tasty.
These look great! I love the second picture where the lettuce is sticking straight up into the camera.
I love the look of this! I have seen broccoli slaw at my grocery store, but wasn’t sure what I would do with it. I love your idea of the lettuce wraps (I am trying so hard to eat healthy – most of the time!).
These sound wonderful! You have the best recipes!
Thanks Claire,
You’ll have to try these, they are a breeze to whip up.
Thank you Seena
Hi Kimmy,
Yes, we’ll see you Sunday night!!
Barbara,
Crazy huh? It gave the wraps a great texture and was a cinch!
Go Cubs! DH and I met at a Cubs/Cardinals game.
Oh, and the recipe – I’ll have to check that out too. 🙂
I love lettuce wraps, but have never thought of adding broccoli slaw. Great idea!
Girl…I want one! Can’t wait for Sunday dinner!
Your recipes and photos are really wonderful!!
1. Cubs game sounds wonderful! They’re my favorite!!!
2. This looks really good. I’ve never had lettuce wraps but have heard they’re yummy.