Breastfeeding Friendly Salmon Lettuce Wraps with Ginger-Coconut Sauce
Fresh, vibrant, and packed with nutrients that matter during the postpartum period, these lettuce wraps are the kind of meal that feels indulgent without any of the heaviness. Salmon is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which support both recovery and infant brain development through breast milk, and cooking it to a safe internal temperature of 145Ā°F means you can enjoy every bite with total confidence. The turmeric and fresh ginger bring gentle anti-inflammatory warmth to the fish, while the ginger-coconut sauce ā made with coconut aminos, honey, and a bright squeeze of lime ā ties everything together without any soy or refined sugar. Crisp butter lettuce cups hold shredded carrots, cool cucumber, fresh cilantro, and scallion greens, so each wrap delivers satisfying crunch alongside the tender flaked salmon. The whole thing comes together in one skillet with minimal cleanup, which is exactly the kind of cooking that fits into a busy new-parent schedule. Serve with extra lime wedges for a little extra zing, and don't be surprised if this one becomes a weekly staple.
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4 servings
For the salmon
- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- Ā½ tsp sea salt
- Ā½ tsp ground turmeric
- Ā¼ tsp ground ginger
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp lime juice
For the wraps
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced into half-moons
- Ā¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
For serving
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, grated fresh ginger, honey, and lime juice until the honey dissolves. Set aside.
- 2
Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels. Sprinkle evenly on both sides with the sea salt, turmeric, and ground ginger.
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