Healthy Meal!

Healthy, flavorful, and packed with protein! These salmon & ground turkey lettuce wraps are the perfect light yet satisfying meal. Topped with cheese and a creamy dressing for the ultimate bite! Who’s trying this?

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Ingredients:

1/2 lb ground salmon (finely chopped or pulsed in a food processor)

1/2 lb ground turkey

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 onion, diced

1/2 bell pepper, diced (any color)

1 jalapeño, diced (optional for heat)

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)

Salt & black pepper to taste

1 tbsp lime juice

1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth (if needed, to keep it moist)

For Assembly:

Romaine or butter lettuce leaves

Shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or your choice)

Creamy dressing (e.g., tahini sauce, yogurt-based dressing, or light chipotle sauce)

Instructions:

Sauté the veggies: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions, bell peppers, and jalapeño. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.

Cook the turkey: Add ground turkey and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it apart.

Add the salmon: Stir in the ground salmon and continue cooking for another 5–7 minutes until both proteins are fully cooked.

Season: Mix in garlic, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.

Finish: Add lime juice and a splash of broth if needed for moisture. Cook for another minute.

Assemble wraps: Spoon the mixture into lettuce leaves, top with shredded cheese, and drizzle with your preferred dressing.

Enjoy! Serve immediately for a fresh and healthy meal.

This mix of salmon and turkey gives you lean protein, healthy fats, and delicious flavors while keeping it light and nutritious.