12 Healthy Lettuce Wrap Recipes (2024)

Lettuce wraps are my go-to healthy dinner. They’re easy to make, come together quickly (usually no more than 15 minutes), they’re tasty and I always feel healthy after eating them. If you’re looking for new lettuce wrap recipes or ideas, you’ve come to the right place! I make lettuce wraps several times a week and I’m always finding new recipes and ideas to make them even better. Below are a few tips on how to create a delicious lettuce wrap at home with leftovers. I’ve also shared some of my favorite paleo and vegetarian lettuce wrap recipes.

Step One: Choose Your Greens

There are a verity of greens you can use to make healthy lettuce wraps at home. Ice burger lettuce is great for burgers, romaine lettuce is a good choice for wraps or boats and cabbage and collard greens can be used for making cabbage rolls and tacos. I love to use collard greens when I make my wraps. They do need to be prepped ahead of time though. I usually make a batch on the weekends to have on hand during my busy work week.

To prep your collard greens, you’ll need to wash them. Then you’ll boil them for 2-3 minutes, just long enough to soften them. Dry the collard greens with a towel. Store them in an airtight container to reusable bag.

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Step 2: Pick Your Protein

Adding high quality protein (like grass-fed meat) to your lettuce wrap will help you to feel full longer. There are many options to choose from. I usually use leftover protein from our dinners throughout the week. Taco meat, grilled chicken, hammer patties, and lean turkey are great choices. If you’re diet is plant-based, try adding lentils, humus, legumes and sprouted brown rice to your wraps. The picture above is my collard green wrap filled with sprouted brown rice, pinto beans, avocado, bell peppers, carrots and cilantro. It tasted amazing!

Step 3: Add Some Color

Now it’s time to up the nutrients in your wrap! Add healthy plant-based fats like avocado and olives, sprinkle in some shredded carrots and cauliflower rice and add tomatoes, onion and cilantro on top. These veggies will not only make your wrap healthier, but they add a ton of flavor too! I chop and slice my veggies up once a week. When I have them prepped ahead of time it makes it easier for me to add them to my meals.

9 Low Carb Lettuce Wrap Recipes

These are some of my favorite lettuce wrap recipes. They’re easy to make and taste amazing!

• 5 Minute Avocado Chicken Lettuce Wraps by Daily Rebecca
• Asian Cabbage Wraps by Paleo Hacks
• BLT Lettuce Wrap by Jackies Happy Plate
• Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps by Ella Claire Inspired
• Copycat PF Changs Chicken Lettuce Wraps
• Lettuce Wrap Burgers by The Pioneer Woman
• Philly Cheese Steak Wrap by Easy Wrap Recipes
• Taco Lettuce Wraps by The Taylor House
• Tuna Avocado Lettuce Wraps by The Healthy Foodie

3 Whole Food Vegan Lettuce Wrap Recipes

If you follow a plant-based diet, or just want to skip meat a few times a week these recipes are perfect for you! I make vegan wraps a few times a week and I never feel like I’m missing out by skipping the meat.

• Vegan Asian Lettuce Wraps with Sweet Sriracha Sauce by Jessica In The Kitchen
• Vegan Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Peanut Sauce by The Savory Vegan
• Raw Vegan Burrito Wraps by The Spruce

Do you have a favorite lettuce wrap recipe? Share in the comments below! I’m always looking for new and creative ways to enjoy wraps.

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