Cinnamon Free Lemon-Dill Mini Lettuce Wraps
Bright, herby, and refreshingly light, these little wraps are the kind of appetizer or lunch that disappears fast. Tender shredded chicken gets tossed with crisp cucumber, celery, fresh dill, and chives, then dressed in a zippy lemon-ginger vinaigrette that ties everything together beautifully. The whole thing gets spooned into cool butter lettuce cups, making each bite crisp on the outside and savory and juicy in the middle. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to warming spices, recipes like this can feel like a breath of fresh air — the bold flavor here comes entirely from fresh herbs, lemon zest, and a touch of ground ginger, with no hidden spice blends to second-guess. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, which makes the whole process genuinely stress-free. The dressing is whisked together in minutes and doubles as a great go-to for other salads throughout the week. These wraps are elegant enough for a party platter but easy enough for a weekday lunch, and they come together without any cooking beyond the chicken itself. Serve them immediately after assembling so the lettuce stays crisp and the filling stays fresh and vibrant.
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4 servings
For the filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or finely chopped
- ½ cup cucumber, finely diced
- ¼ cup celery, finely diced
- 3 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
For serving
- 12 small butter lettuce leaves, separated and patted dry
- 1 tsp lemon zest, for garnish (optional)
- fresh dill sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, ground ginger, and sea salt until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cucumber, celery, fresh dill, and chives.
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