These wraps are light but they don't skimp on flavor or gut benefits. Butter lettuce swaps in for a tortilla, so you're getting a crunchy, fiber-friendly vessel instead of refined carbs, and the grated carrot adds even more fiber plus a natural sweetness that plays off the savory peanut sauce. Ginger and garlic-adjacent flavors from the sauce round out the digestive perks, and the whole thing comes together in under twenty minutes. For another light, low-carb dinner, try our grilled chicken and fennel skewers or chicken with olives and preserved lemon.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 carrot, grated
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan and cook ground turkey until browned, about 8 minutes.
- Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and ginger with a splash of warm water until smooth.
- Spoon turkey into lettuce leaves, top with grated carrot and peanut sauce.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 270 |
| Total fat | 18g |
| Total carbohydrates | 6g |
| Dietary fiber | 1.5g |
| Protein | 23g |
| Sodium | 430mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
Carrots provide fermentable fiber that supports the growth of beneficial short-chain-fatty-acid-producing bacteria in the colon. Ginger contains gingerol, which has been shown to support healthy digestion and reduce gut inflammation. Peanut butter contributes a small amount of fiber alongside its protein and healthy fats, helping round out this meal's overall gut-friendly profile.
Fast and light, but still doing real work for your gut. Weeknight dinner, sorted. If you're mapping meals around sensitive digestion, our low-FODMAP first week guide can help.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
