Hazelnut Free Ginger-Scallion Lettuce Cup Bites
These vibrant little handheld bites are everything you want in a crowd-pleasing appetizer or light meal — fresh, punchy, and packed with texture in every single bite. Ground turkey gets cooked down with fragrant ginger and the white parts of the scallions until golden and savory, then tossed with shredded carrot and crunchy water chestnuts for a filling that genuinely delivers on texture. The sauce — built from coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of turmeric — pulls everything together into something glossy and deeply flavorful without relying on any soy or nut-based ingredients. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities, this recipe is a breath of fresh air because every component is straightforward and easy to verify. Crisp butter lettuce cups stand in as the vessel, keeping things light while adding a cool contrast to the warm, spiced filling. A squeeze of lime and a handful of fresh cilantro at the end brighten the whole dish and make it feel restaurant-worthy with almost no extra effort.
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4 servings
For the filling
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 1 can (8 oz) water chestnuts, drained and roughly chopped
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated and washed
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, turmeric, and 1/4 tsp salt until combined. Set aside.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the white parts of the scallions and the 1 tbsp grated ginger and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and softened, about 1 minute.
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