These Turkey Lettuce Wraps are a fantastic option for a light and nutritious low FODMAP meal. The seasoned turkey combined with fresh vegetables and the zingy dipping sauce create a delightful combination of flavours and textures. Enjoy this healthy and satisfying dish that won’t compromise your digestive comfort!
Low FODMAP Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
– 500 grams cooked leftover turkey
– 1 tablespoon low FODMAP soy sauce or tamari (e.g. San J sauce range)
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon grated ginger
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– 1 head of lettuce (such as iceberg or butter lettuce), leaves separated
– 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
– 1 carrot, grated
– Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)
– Lime wedges, for serving
For the Dipping Sauce:
– 2 tablespoons low FODMAP soy sauce or tamari
– 1 tablespoon maple syrup
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
– 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
Method:
1. In a small bowl, whisk together the low FODMAP soy sauce (or tamari), rice vinegar, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside
2. Heat the turkey in a large pan or skillet over medium-low heat.
3. Pour the sauce over the cooked turkey and stir to coat evenly. Heat for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavours to meld together.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the dipping sauce by whisking together the low-FODMAP soy sauce (or tamari), maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil (if using), and grated ginger in a small bowl.
5. To assemble the lettuce wraps, take a lettuce leaf and spoon some of the cooked turkey onto it. Top with cucumber slices, grated carrot, and cilantro leaves (if desired). Drizzle with the dipping sauce and squeeze a fresh lime wedge over the filling.
6. Repeat with the remaining lettuce leaves and filling ingredients.
7. Serve the turkey lettuce wraps as a refreshing and flavorful low FODMAP meal.
Enjoy!
