Citrus Free Turkey & Cabbage Lettuce Boats

Total time35 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time20 min

Citrus Free Turkey & Cabbage Lettuce Boats

These crisp, hand-held lettuce boats are packed with savory ground turkey, tender shredded cabbage, and sweet grated carrot — all wrapped up in cool, buttery lettuce leaves for a satisfying bite that feels light without leaving you hungry. The filling gets its depth from garlic, fresh ginger, and a splash of coconut aminos, which deliver that rich, umami-forward flavor without any soy or citrus hiding in the mix. Apple cider vinegar steps in to add just a touch of brightness and balance, so you get all the lift you'd want from a dressing without relying on lemon or lime juice in the actual filling. For anyone navigating a citrus-free lifestyle, this kind of recipe can feel hard to find — so many Asian-inspired dishes lean on citrus as a core flavor — but this one proves you really don't need it. The lime wedges listed for serving are entirely optional and easy to skip, making the dish fully adaptable to your needs. Everything comes together in a single skillet in well under 30 minutes, which makes it just as practical for a busy weeknight as it is impressive enough to set out for guests.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the filling

1 lb ground turkey
2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
3 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp coconut aminos
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp coconut oil
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
salt and pepper, to taste

For serving

1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
1–2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
lime wedges, for serving (optional)
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Instructions

1
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 30 seconds — watch closely so they don't burn.
2
Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains and the meat registers 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer, about 7–9 minutes.

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