DELI TURKEY LETTUCE WRAPS

Deli Turkey Lettuce Wraps image

I used to make these during my training days when I worked at a restaurant in Hawaii. They're low-fat, low-carb, high-protein, quick and delicious-a great choice before or after a workout. -Duncan Omarzu, Astoria, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
6 ounces sliced deli turkey, coarsely chopped
6 cherry tomatoes, halved
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
6 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup alfalfa sprouts, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add turkey; heat through. Stir in tomatoes and vinegar just until combined., Serve in lettuce leaves. Top with avocado, cheese and if desired, sprouts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 799mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges