These turkey avocado lettuce cups are my go-to when I want something lighter but still filling. Everything comes together in one bowl, no complicated steps, no fuss. They’re easy to portion, easy to eat, and perfect for a quick lunch break.
Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 3–4
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil until it shimmers slightly.
- Add the ground turkey and break it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, stirring until the meat turns golden and smells savory.
- Tip: Let the turkey brown a little before stirring too much for better flavor.
- Remove the turkey from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes so it doesn’t melt the avocado.
- While it cools, dice the avocados and cucumber into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and parsley, then gently fold everything together.
- Spoon the cooled turkey into the bowl and mix until the filling looks chunky but evenly coated.
- Taste and add more salt, pepper, or lemon if needed for brightness.
- Tip: Don’t mash the avocado completely — you want creamy chunks, not a paste.
- Separate the lettuce leaves and pat them dry so they hold the filling better.
- Spoon the turkey avocado mixture into each lettuce cup and arrange on a plate.
- Serve right away while the lettuce stays crisp, or chill briefly for later.
- Tip: If packing for lunch, store the filling separately and assemble right before eating.
Make it a Meal
If you want to make this a bit more filling, just add something on the side. Roasted sweet potatoes work great, or a simple soup if you want something warm. You can even throw in some tortilla chips for scooping up any extra filling.
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