Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
1 lb

lean ground turkey

0.5 unit

red bell pepper

diced

1 unit

roma tomato

diced

1 cup

black beans

0.25 tsp

salt

1 tsp

ground cumin

2 tsp

mild chili powder

0.5 tsp

garlic powder

1 unit

lime

zested and juiced

1 tbsp

sweet chili sauce

1 head

bibb lettuce

washed and dried

0.5 cup

sour cream

0.5 unit

avocado

cubed

Step 1
~2 min

Zest the lime and set aside.

Step 2
~2 min

Reserve half of the lime juice.

Step 3
~2 min

In a large skillet, heat over medium heat and add ground turkey.

Step 4
~2 min

Dice red bell pepper and Roma tomato into small pieces.

Step 5
~2 min

Add the diced vegetables to the skillet with the turkey.

Step 6
~2 min

Break up the ground turkey as it cooks.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook for approximately 4 minutes.

Step 8
~2 min

Add the reserved lime juice, black beans, salt, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and sweet chili sauce.

Step 9
~2 min

Continue cooking until the turkey is fully cooked through.

Step 10
~2 min

This should take about 5 more minutes.

Step 11
~2 min

Cut the avocado half into cubes.

Step 12
~2 min

Add the lime zest to the sour cream and mix.

Step 13
~2 min

To assemble, place lettuce leaves on a plate.

Step 14
~2 min

Spoon about 2 heaping tablespoons of the turkey filling onto each lettuce leaf.

Step 15
~2 min

Top with avocado cubes and a dollop of the lime-zest sour cream.

Step 16
~2 min

Serve immediately and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier dish, use hot chili powder or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Garnish with chopped cilantro for extra freshness.

Serve with a side of salsa or guacamole.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The filling can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light lunch or appetizer.

Pair with a side of Mexican rice.

Offer a variety of toppings like salsa, guacamole, and hot sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Guacamole
Tortilla Chips
Black Bean Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tex-Mex

Cultural Significance

A fusion of American and Mexican culinary traditions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer BBQ
Game Day

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Appetizer
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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