Sizzling Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps: Fresh & Flavorful!
Vegetarian lettuce wraps: master these fresh and healthy wraps with a savory tofu and veggie filling in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a light meal.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 pound extra firm tofu, chopped into bite sized pieces
- 1 8-ounce can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce or Bragg's Liquid Aminos
- 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- bibb or iceberg lettuce cups
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion, ginger and garlic and saute for 5 minutes, until the onions are soft.
- Add the tofu and water chestnuts and cook 4 minutes, until heated through.
- Stir in the soy sauce, carrots and green onions.
- Serve in lettuce cups and top with chopped peanuts.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure your lettuce cups are thoroughly dried before serving.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the ginger and garlic.
- Store leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the ginger and garlic.
- Store leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.