Pecan Free Cilantro-Lime Lettuce Cup Bites
These bright, handheld bites are the kind of thing that disappears from a platter before everyone has even sat down. Crisp butter lettuce cups cradle a savory ground turkey filling that gets its depth from garlic, fresh ginger, and a splash of coconut aminos, while lime juice and zest keep every bite tasting clean and lively. A touch of turmeric adds a warm, golden hue to the meat, and the shredded carrots soften just enough to blend into the filling without losing their subtle sweetness. The whole thing comes together in a single skillet, which means less cleanup and more time enjoying the food. Every ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there is no need to scrutinize labels or worry about cross-contact hiding in a sauce or seasoning blend. Fresh cilantro and scallions piled on top at the end give the finished cups a pop of color and herby freshness that ties everything together beautifully. Serve them straight from the skillet with lime wedges on the side and watch them 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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