High-Protein Turkey & Greek Yogurt Lettuce Wraps
High-protein turkey lettuce wraps with Greek yogurt sauce — 38g protein per serving. Easy 30-minute meal prep dinner.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs lean ground turkey (93/7)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (0% or 2%)
- 0.5 cup small-curd cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup sliced green onions
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the diced yellow onion and sauté until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 45 seconds, then add the tomato paste and cook for another minute while stirring constantly.
- 4
Crumble the lean ground turkey directly into the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks until no pink remains, about 6-7 minutes.
- 5
Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper over the turkey and stir well to coat everything evenly.
- 6
Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce slightly.
- 7
While the turkey simmers, combine the Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, lime juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl, whisking until smooth and creamy.
- 8
Season the turkey mixture with sea salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting spices as needed.
- 9
Pat the lettuce leaves dry with paper towels and arrange them on a serving platter.
- 10
Spoon the seasoned turkey mixture evenly into each lettuce leaf, using about 3 tablespoons per wrap.
- 11
Dollop each wrap with 1-2 tablespoons of the Greek yogurt-cottage cheese sauce.
- 12
Top with diced tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and sliced green onions.
- 13
Serve immediately while the turkey is still warm, with extra sauce on the side for dipping.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plain Greek yogurt | Nonfat Greek yogurt or plain 0% yogurt | Reduces fat slightly while maintaining creamy texture and boosting protein density per calorie |
| Cottage cheese | Casein protein powder (unflavored) mixed with a splash of milk | Increases protein concentration even further and adds convenient meal-prep stability |
| Lean ground turkey (93/7) | Ground chicken breast (99% lean) or ground turkey breast | Strips additional fat while keeping protein at maximum levels |
| Butter lettuce | Collard green leaves (blanched 2 minutes) or large romaine leaves | Collards add extra fiber and nutrients; romaine is sturdier for holding more filling |
| Chicken broth | Bone broth or collagen peptides dissolved in water | Adds extra collagen and amino acids for joint and gut health benefits |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 312 |
| Total Fat | 12g |
| Saturated Fat | 3g |
| Cholesterol | 85mg |
| Sodium | 540mg |
| Carbohydrates | 11g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Sugar | 2g |
| Protein | 38g |
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