Low Calorie Thai Lettuce Wraps

Lettuce wraps are a popular dish in Thai cuisine and are known for their refreshing and light flavors. They are often served as an appetizer or a light main course.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Low Calorie Thai Lettuce Wraps

Cooking Method: Stir-frying Cuisine: Thai Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Firm Tofu
• 2 tablespoon Soy Sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
• 1 can Water Chestnuts
• 1 juice of Lime
• 2 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce
• 8 leaf Lettuce Leaves
• 4 sprig Fresh Cilantro
• 4 tablespoon Peanuts

Instructions

1. In a large non-stick skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
2. Add the tofu and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the carrot, bell pepper, and water chestnuts. Cook for another 3 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, and hoisin sauce. Pour the sauce over the tofu mixture and stir to combine.
5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
6. To serve, spoon the tofu mixture onto lettuce leaves. Top with fresh cilantro and peanuts.
7. Roll up the lettuce leaves and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.