Cashew Free Cilantro-Lime Lettuce Cup Bites
These bright, handheld bites are the kind of appetizer or light meal that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. Tender butter lettuce cups cradle a savory ground turkey filling that's been built up with garlic, fresh ginger, shredded carrots, and a glossy glaze of coconut aminos and lime juice — it's punchy, a little citrusy, and deeply satisfying without feeling heavy. The turmeric adds a warm, earthy undertone that ties everything together beautifully. A generous handful of fresh cilantro and sliced scallions go on at the end, keeping the herbs bright and fragrant rather than wilted into the heat. Because the entire recipe leans on whole, straightforward ingredients, there's no need to scan labels for hidden nut-based sauces or worry about cross-contact from processed condiments. Everything comes together in one skillet, which means cleanup is minimal and the whole thing moves fast. Serve with extra lime wedges for squeezing, and watch these vanish.
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4 servings
For the lettuce cups
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated and trimmed into cups
For the filling
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 medium carrots, finely shredded
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Separate the butter lettuce into individual leaves and trim the base of each to form a cup shape. Arrange 12 of the best-formed cups on a large serving platter and set aside.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute — watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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