• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
The Travel Palate
  • Main Dish
  • Desserts
  • Mexican
  • Air Fryer
  • Instant Pot
  • Slow Cooker
  • All Recipes
  • Subscribe
  • About Me
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Main Dish
  • Desserts
  • Mexican
  • Air Fryer
  • Instant Pot
  • Slow Cooker
  • All Recipes
  • Subscribe
  • About Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Main Dish
    • Desserts
    • Mexican
    • Air Fryer
    • Instant Pot
    • Slow Cooker
    • All Recipes
    • Subscribe
    • About Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    • close up straight on view of caramel in a glass jar
      How to Melt Caramel Candies Into a Sauce
    • The completed air fryer boneless chicken thighs recipe in the air fryer basket.
      The Best Crispy Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs
    • close up view of pie on a white plate with a fork
      Quick No-Bake Chocolate Pie (Jell-O Instant Pudding and Cool Whip)
    • The completed Chinese chicken on a stick recipe on a platter with jasmine rice.
      Chinese Chicken on a Stick (Easy Air Fryer Recipe)
    • sliced kielbasa sausage in a skillet with sauerkraut
      Skillet Kielbasa and Sauerkraut Easy One Pan Meal
    • cheesy crockpot ham and potato soup recipe completed.
      Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup (Easy Crockpot Meal)
    • a plate of chicken nuggets
      Air Fryer Chick-Fil-A Nuggets Copycat
    • The completed recipe in a bowl with fresh herbs.
      The Best Easy Venison Stew Recipe-Hearty and Delicious
    • close up view of dressing in a glass jar
      Creamy Avocado Ranch Dressing Recipe-No Mayo
    • the completed one pot cheeseburger pasta recipe in a bowl.
      One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta (Better than Hamburger Helper)
    • featured image of air fryer brats
      The Best Juicy Air Fryer Brats
    • a platter of cooked chicken
      Cosori Air Fryer Whole Chicken-Better Than Rotisserie
    Home ≫ Appetizers

    Turkey Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps

    Updated January 7, 2022. Originally Posted March 11, 2021 By Nikole Berg

    435 shares
    • Facebook
    • Email
    Jump to Recipe
    Easy ground turkey lettuce wraps
    30 minute turkey cauliflower lettuce wraps
    lettuce wrap with carrots
    lettuce wraps on a plate with chili garlic sauce on the side
    turkey and cauliflower asian lettuce wraps
    turkey and cauliflower asian lettuce wraps

    Turkey and cauliflower lettuce wraps are light, healthy, and flavorful. The addition of cauliflower gives this dish a nutritional boost, and if you don't tell anyone, they might not even known it's there. Whether served as an appetizer or main dish, you'll love that these wraps cook up in less than 30 minutes.

    lettuce wrap with carrots

    Why you'll love these lettuce wraps

    It's so easy to make! These lettuce wraps are a snap to make. Once you prep the cauliflower, you just need to mix up the sauce and cook the ground turkey.

    It's made with easy to fresh and pantry ingredients.

    You can make these lettuce wraps in less than 30 minutes.

    Take out flavor at home. Skip the take out and make these instead!

    Ingredients

    ingredient to make lettuce wraps

    Instructions

    Add oil to a skillet over medium high heat. Once heated, add turkey, garlic, and the white and light green parts of the green onions. Cook until meat is browned and cooked through.

    cooking ground turkey and green onions

    While the turkey cooks, steam cauliflower in the microwave until crisp tender, about 1 minute. Mix hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chile garlic sauce together in a small bowl.  Pour over cooked meat along with the steamed cauliflower and the remaining green onions. Stir well to combine. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.

    adding cauliflower to cooked meat

    Spoon mixture into lettuce leaves and top wraps with shredded carrots and chopped peanuts.

    Recipe notes and tips

    What is hoisin sauce?

    Hoisin is a slightly sweet, slightly salty sauce used in Chinese cooking. It's widely available at most grocery stores. I bought mine at Target. Look for it in the Asian, international, or global food isle.

    How can I change up the recipe?

    Use ground chicken, ground pork, or ground beef instead of turkey or a combination.

    Skip the cauliflower and add a half pound more meat. You can also sub in mushrooms for the cauliflower too. Chop the mushrooms and add to meat mixture without steaming and before adding the sauce. Let the mushroom cook until liquid is released. Add sauce mixture and heat through.

    Use cashews in place of peanuts.

    Can I make lettuce wraps ahead?

    Absolutely! Make the recipe as written but don't assemble the wraps. Store the meat, lettuce, and carrots separately in the refrigerator. Reheat the meat mixture in the microwave or on the stove top and serve as usual.

    Try these other 30 minute recipes

    Coconut Milk Curry and Chicken

    One Pan Chicken Burrito Bowl

    Teriyaki Meatballs with Rice

    lettuce wraps on a plate with chili garlic sauce on the side

    Thank you for reading this recipe! If you make it, I’d love for you to give it a ★ rating  below. This lets me know what you like and want to see more of.

    📖 Recipe

    lettuce wraps

    Turkey and Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps

    Recipe by Nikole Berg
    These quick and easy lettuce wraps get a nutritious boost from the addition of cauliflower. If you love Asian flavors, you’ll love these Turkey and Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps! 
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Main Dish
    Cuisine American, Asian
    Servings 8 lettuce wraps
    Calories 121 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 pound ground turkey
    • 2 cups cauliflower chopped into small florets
    • 1 tablespoon oil mild flavored
    • 5 green onions sliced; white and light green parts separated
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • ⅓ cup hoisin sauce
    • 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
    • 2 teaspoons chile garlic sauce leave this out for a milder flavor
    • Butter or Romaine lettuce about 8 large leaves
    • ⅓ cup dry roasted peanuts chopped, or cashews
    • Shredded carrots optional
    • Lime wedges optional
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions
     

    • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add light parts of green onion, ground turkey, and garlic. Cook until meat is well browned, about 5 minutes.
    • While the turkey cooks, steam cauliflower in the microwave (put cauliflower in a microwave safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water, cover and cook for one minute). Drain and set aside.
    • Combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chile garlic paste in a small bowl. When the meat is cooked, add sauce to turkey mixture along with the steamed cauliflower and remaining green onions. Stir to combine.
    • Simmer turkey mixture over low heat for 5 minutes.
    • Divide turkey mixture between 8 lettuce leaves.
    • Top evenly with chopped peanuts and shredded carrots.

    Notes

    What is hoisin sauce?
    Hoisin is a slightly sweet, slightly salty sauce used in Chinese cooking. It's widely available at most grocery stores. I bought mine at Target. Look for it in the Asian, international, or global food isle.
    How can I change up the recipe?
    Use ground chicken, ground pork, or ground beef instead of turkey or a combination.
    Skip the cauliflower and add a half pound more meat. You can also sub in mushrooms for the cauliflower too. Chop the mushrooms and add to meat mixture without steaming and before adding the sauce. Let the mushroom cook until liquid is released. Add sauce mixture and heat through.
    Use cashews in place of peanuts.
    Can I make lettuce wraps ahead?
    Absolutely! Make the recipe as written but don't assemble the wraps. Store the meat, lettuce, and carrots separately in the refrigerator. Reheat the meat mixture in the microwave or on the stove top and serve as usual.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 121kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 15gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 418mgPotassium: 294mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 59IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword 30 minutes or less, cauliflower recipes, healthy recipes
    Tried this recipe?Click here to leave a helpful tip!

    more Appetizers recipes

    • air fryer tater crowns completed in the basket
      Crispy Ore-Ida Tater Crowns in Air Fryer: Easy Side Dish
    • the complete tiktok booty dip recipe
      How to Make Viral TikTok Booty Dip Recipe
    • crockpot lil smokies recipe completed in a serving bowl.
      Crockpot Lil Smokies with Grape Jelly & BBQ Sauce
    • The completed instant pot grape jelly meatballs on a spoon.
      Instant Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs - From Frozen
    435 shares
    • Facebook
    • Email

    About Nikole Berg

    Nikole is the creator and photographer behind The Travel Palate, a food and travel blog featuring quick and flavorful recipes and getaway guides. Nikole hopes to inspire your inner foodie whether you're in the kitchen or traveling on your next adventure.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Loyola

      July 03, 2018 at 12:46 am

      Hi Nikole thanks for sharing this amazing recipe. I love lettuce wrap and yours looks delicious. Really like that you add cauliflower, a vegetable that I find super good.

      Reply
      • Nikole

        July 04, 2018 at 8:43 am

        Thanks Loyola!

        Reply
    2. Amanda

      July 02, 2018 at 10:08 pm

      Love the photos! I'm vegetarian so I can't wait to try with 100% cauli! 🙂

      Reply
      • Nikole

        July 02, 2018 at 10:38 pm

        Great idea! I'm sure it will be delicious!

        Reply
    3. Julie @ Running in a Skirt

      July 02, 2018 at 2:19 pm

      Oh my! I love lettuce wraps like these and the cauliflower is such a fun addition!

      Reply
      • Nikole

        July 02, 2018 at 3:21 pm

        Yes, I'm loving cauliflower right now!

        Reply
    4. Corina Blum

      July 02, 2018 at 5:30 am

      I love the sound of the cauliflower in this! I didn't use to like it but it's one of those vegetables that I can't get enough of these days and it is perfect for soaking up flavours.

      Reply
      • Nikole

        July 02, 2018 at 10:20 am

        I'm just slightly addicted to it myself!

        Reply
    5. Tristin

      July 01, 2018 at 7:50 pm

      I love the addition of cauliflower in these lettuce wraps! Bumps up the nutrition but also makes it even more economical.

      Reply
      • Nikole

        July 02, 2018 at 10:19 am

        I'm always looking for ways to sneak some extra nutrition for my picky eaters!

        Reply

    Did you make the recipe? Share a tip here! Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Easy ground turkey lettuce wraps
    30 minute turkey cauliflower lettuce wraps
    lettuce wrap with carrots
    lettuce wraps on a plate with chili garlic sauce on the side
    turkey and cauliflower asian lettuce wraps
    turkey and cauliflower asian lettuce wraps
    a young lady with a hat on smiling

    Welcome, I'm Nikole! I'm the blogger, photographer, and recipe developer dedicated to bringing you recipes that are simple to make, affordable and taste incredible.

    More about me →

    Popular Now

    • taco soup close up with toppings in a white bowl
      Turkey Taco Soup
    • A plate of curry chicken and rice.
      Coconut Milk Curry with Chicken
    • a plate of biscuits smothered in white bacon cream gravy
      How to Make Gravy with Bacon Grease
    • graham cracker pralines
      Graham Cracker Pralines

    Fall Recipes

    • the completed chicken pastina soup
      Delicious Chicken Pastina Soup Recipe to Warm Your Soul
    • vegetable stew in a bowl
      Hearty Vegetable Stew
    • instant pot lasagna soup ready to eat
      Instant Pot Lasagna Soup
    • panera 10 vegetable soup recipe
      Panera 10 Vegetable Soup Recipe

    Pumpkin Recipes

    • two ingredient pumpkin muffins
      Two Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins
    • overhead view of banana pumpkin bread sliced
      Banana Pumpkin Bread with Streusel Topping
    • close up of a bowl of pumpkin apple soup
      Pumpkin Apple Soup
    • a pumpkin chocolate chip bundt cake on a white cake stand
      One Bowl Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake

    Footer

    Easy ground turkey lettuce wraps
    30 minute turkey cauliflower lettuce wraps
    lettuce wrap with carrots
    lettuce wraps on a plate with chili garlic sauce on the side
    turkey and cauliflower asian lettuce wraps
    turkey and cauliflower asian lettuce wraps

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About
    • Privacy Policy

    Subscribe

    • Sign Up! for the latest recipes delivered via email

    Connect

    • Pinterest
    • Facebook

    As an Amazon Affiliate I may earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support.

    Copyright © The Travel Palate

    All Rights Reserved