A Heathy Alternative--Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps

If you are sick of the same old beef tacos or looking for a way to make them a bit more lean, this recipe is for you. The only trouble I had with the recipe, was getting my lettuce leafs off in one piece to wrap the taco's in, which is not that big of a deal really. I worked with what I had and you can do the same.

Essentially, the Turkey Taco Lettuce Wrap, is like a beef taco, minus the shell and beef and swap that for lean ground turkey and spices, wrapped in a lettuce leaf. Fill with your ordinary fix-ins and you are good to go.

Both Construction-Man and I loved these and I will be making them again for sure!

For ingredients and directions, see below:

Ingredients:

• 1.3 lbs 99% lean ground turkey
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 1/2 small onion, minced
• 2 tbsp bell pepper, minced
• 3/4 cup water
• 4 oz can tomato sauce
• 8 large lettuce leaves from Iceberg lettuce

 Directions:

Brown turkey in a large skillet. When no longer pink add dry seasoning and mix well. Add onion, pepper, water and tomato sauce and cover. Simmer on low for about 20 minutes.

Wash and dry the lettuce. Place meat in the center of leaf and top with tomatoes, cheese and salsa or whatever you prefer.

*Full recipe @ skinnytaste.com