Pregnancy Friendly Lemon-Dill Mini Lettuce Wraps
These bright, fresh little wraps are exactly the kind of meal that feels light and satisfying at the same time — a rare combination that's genuinely hard to pull off. The filling is built around well-cooked chicken breast, which makes it a smart, protein-rich choice when you're being mindful about food safety during pregnancy. Crisp cucumber and celery add crunch, while fresh dill and chives bring an herby lift that makes every bite feel lively and clean. The dressing is a simple whisked blend of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a touch of ground ginger — no store-bought sauces with mystery ingredients, just straightforward pantry staples you can feel good about. Butter lettuce leaves do double duty as both vessel and garnish, keeping things naturally gluten-free and wonderfully easy to eat. The whole assembly comes together in one large bowl before being spooned into the lettuce cups, so there's minimal fuss and maximum payoff. Whether you're feeding a craving for something zesty or just want a meal that doesn't feel heavy, this one genuinely delivers.
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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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