Recipes and Cooking Healthy Recipes 12 Lettuce Wrap Recipes You’d Never Guess Are Healthy By Sheena Chihak, RD Sheena Chihak, RD Instagram Sheena Chihak is a registered dietitian, former food editor and current edit lead for BHG with over 15 years of writing and editing experience for both print and digital. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on February 20, 2023 Fact checked by Marcus Reeves Fact checked by Marcus Reeves Marcus Reeves is an experienced writer, publisher, and fact-checker. He began his writing career reporting for The Source magazine. His writing has appeared in The New York Times, Playboy, The Washington Post, and Rolling Stone, among other publications. His book Somebody Scream: Rap Music's Rise to Prominence in the Aftershock of Black Power was nominated for a Zora Neale Hurston Award. He is an adjunct instructor at New York University, where he teaches writing and communications. Marcus received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Learn about BHG's Fact Checking Process Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Blaine Moats Looking for a low-carb appetizer or a healthy, light meal? Try a lettuce wrap. Lettuce wraps are like a handheld salad and packed with protein. Whether you crave chicken lettuce wraps or a healthy Asian-inspired lettuce wrap recipe, there's a quick and delicious recipe ahead for you. 01 of 12 Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps View Recipe Andy Lyons Healthy ground beef recipes most certainly do exist. Case in point these easy Asian-inspired lettuce wraps that require just seven ingredients. Layer with a shredded broccoli slaw mix for a crunchy topper to finish off these delicious lettuce wraps for a light meal that's filled with protein (21 grams!). 02 of 12 Chipotle Chicken-Avocado Lettuce Wraps View Recipe Jacob Fox Slow cooker chicken lettuce wraps might sound too good to be true, but this zesty recipe proves it can be done. Let your slow cooker do the work of cooking chicken for your next gathering (or prep for easy lunches), then make it a meal by serving on lettuce leaves with avocado wedges. Buy It: Hamilton Beach 6-Quart Slow Cooker ($29, Walmart) 03 of 12 Beef Lettuce Wraps with Miso-Yogurt Sauce View Recipe Andy Lyons Even when it's not lunchtime, we find ourselves craving this healthy lettuce wrap recipe. Spiced beef, grape tomatoes, and juicy mango slices get all wrapped up with a tangy miso-yogurt sauce to make a mouthwatering meal. 04 of 12 Chicken and Avocado Lettuce Wraps View Recipe Blaine Moats For a fresh take on a taco salad, try a lettuce wrap filled with fresh chicken, tomatoes, and avocado. Fresh cilantro and lime give these chicken lettuce wraps a zesty-tangy finish. Add some crushed tortilla chips for an irresistible crunch. How to Wash Fruits and Vegetables to Reduce Risk of Illness and Pesticides 05 of 12 Paleo Waldorf Salad Lettuce Wraps View Recipe Andy Lyons Whether you're on a Paleo lifestyle or not, these healthy lettuce wraps are a game-changer. Paleo-friendly mayonnaise (try making your own!) is the key to making the classic waldorf salad healthier and appropriate for anyone following the diet. The crunch from fresh apples, cauliflower, and celery in a creamy dressing make this easy lettuce wrap recipe a keeper. 06 of 12 Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps View Recipe Marty Baldwin For an impressive food display at your next gathering, consider these healthy Asian lettuce wraps. They clock in at only 58 calories per serving, so you won't feel bad eating a few. Bonus: you can have these on the table in just 20 minutes. 20 Healthy Chicken Recipes that Are Light, Fresh, and Perfect for Summer 07 of 12 Pizza Lettuce Wraps View Recipe Blaine Moats Enjoy your favorite pizza flavors without the guilt. Feel free to tailor this healthy lettuce wrap to your liking, whether you're a veggie or pepperoni pizza person. Ditch the crust and opt for Bibb lettuce leaves to hold your favorite pizza toppings in low-fat wraps. Roll them up into lettuce wraps or enjoy open as cups. 08 of 12 Thai Shrimp and Cucumber Lettuce Wraps with Rice View Recipe Carson Downing Bring on the spice! These Asian-inspired healthy lettuce wrap get plenty of heat from Thai chile peppers and sriracha sauce. The bold flavors are tamed a bit by cooling mint and cucumber. To change things up (and make them a bit heartier), we include some cooked rice in every lettuce wrap. 09 of 12 Turkey Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Peanut Sauce View Recipe Karla Conrad Lean ground turkey lettuce wraps plus a spicy peanut sauce makes this recipe not only healthy, but also super flavorful. Add in broccoli for an extra green boost, and red onion for a little zip. Gluten-free? Try our spicy peanut sauce recipe. 10 of 12 Spicy Tofu Lettuce Wraps View Recipe Blaine Moats Even if you're not a big fan of the plant-based protein (yet), these vegetarian lettuce wraps featuring tofu are loved by meat-eaters and veggie-lovers alike. Sweet chili sauce and fresh lime juice give the plain tofu bold flavor. Try pressing your tofu first to allow it to absorb maximum flavor. Each of These Easy Vegan Dinner Recipes Can Be Yours in 30 Minutes (or Less!) 11 of 12 Gluten Free Pho-Flavor Flank Steak Lettuce Wraps View Recipe Blaine Moats Pho is a Vietnamese soup that's become a takeout favorite. Keep the trend going on days it's too hot for soup with these healthy lettuce wraps. The flank steak is simmered in the slow cooker until tender and juicy. Add spice with the bold flavors of chile peppers, basil, onions, and chili sauce. 21 Noodle Bowls You Can Happily Slurp for Dinner Tonight 12 of 12 Garlic-Ginger Pork Lettuce Wraps View Recipe Marty Baldwin Garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and soy sauce make a beautiful sauce for these healthy lettuce wraps. The recipe can adapt to your schedule, too. Use our directions to make the lettuce wrap meat in your slow cooker or pressure cooker. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit