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My husband and I always joke/complain about the fact that everything that tastes good seems to be bad for you or fattening. Cheese, chocolate, fried food, you name it. But these taco lettuce wraps are an extreme exception to that rule. These are so good, and you would never even realize that you’re eating something healthy! They’re low in carbs, high in protein, and are loaded with all things good for you! (With a little cheese and smidge of sour cream, because, I am who I am.) Alright, so first thing’s first.
Taco Fillings
There are unlimited ingredient options when you’re making tacos, here are some of the most common ones:
Vegetables: Tomatoes, Red Onions, Corn.
Fruits: Avocado, Jalapenos, Black Olives.
Cheeses: Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Queso, Fontina.
Other: Sour Cream, Black Beans, Cilantro, Black Olives, Guacamole, Salsa, Hot Sauce, Enchilada Sauce, Tortilla Strips, Pico De Gallo, Refried Beans.
Best Lettuce for Lettuce Wraps
Romaine lettuce leaves are larger in size and hold up nicely for taco wraps, especially if you use two. Butter Lettuce works well for these PF Changs Chicken Lettuce wraps, where the filling is lighter. Iceberg lettuce makes a nice alternative and multiple lettuce leaves can also be used.
Wanna skip the lettuce? Try these Taco Stuffed Peppers instead!
Storing Leftovers
The leftover turkey/black bean mixture should be kept in an airtight container and used within three days. Taco salads are an alternative way to use up leftovers. Chop up the romaine and top it with your leftover toppings and reheated turkey/black beans.
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