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Flavorful Thai Basil Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce

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These Thai Basil Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps combine fresh herbs, lean turkey, and a creamy peanut sauce for a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey (preferably lean)
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 head butter or iceberg lettuce leaves, washed and separated
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter (natural, no added sugar)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free tamari if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat

Instructions

  1. Gently separate and wash the lettuce leaves, then pat dry. Set aside to keep crisp. (Approx. 5 minutes)
  2. Dice the red bell pepper, mince the garlic, slice the green onions, and roughly chop the Thai basil leaves. (Approx. 10 minutes)
  3. Heat a tablespoon of oil in your skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until it turns opaque and starts to brown—about 6 to 8 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Toss in the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and green onions. Stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the veggies soften but still retain some snap.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and fold in the chopped basil leaves. The residual heat wilts the basil just enough without overpowering its fragrance.
  6. In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and warm water until silky and smooth. Adjust water quantity to get a pourable consistency. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Spoon the turkey mixture onto individual lettuce leaves, drizzle generously with peanut sauce, and fold to eat. (Approx. 5 minutes)

Notes

Use fresh Thai basil for best flavor. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure turkey browns properly. Adjust peanut sauce sweetness and saltiness to taste. Warm peanut sauce if it thickens before serving. Store turkey filling and peanut sauce separately from lettuce for best freshness.

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Keywords: Thai basil, ground turkey, lettuce wraps, peanut sauce, quick dinner, healthy, gluten-free, easy recipe

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