Healthy Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

These Shrimp Lettuce Wraps are light, flavorful, and perfect for a healthy appetizer or main course. Enjoy the vibrant combination of shrimp and fresh vegetables wrapped in crisp lettuce cups!

Looking for a fresh, light, and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Our Shrimp Lettuce Wraps are the answer! These wraps combine succulent shrimp with crisp vegetables, all tossed in a tangy Thai sweet chili sauce. Served in tender butter lettuce leaves, they offer a delightful crunch and a burst of vibrant flavors. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, these wraps are easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Dive into a healthy and delicious meal that’s sure to impress!

Tips for Success:

• Shrimp: Ensure shrimp are cut evenly to cook uniformly.
• Aromatics: Fresh garlic and ginger add the best flavor; avoid substitutes if possible.
• Vegetables: Keep the vegetables slightly crisp to add texture contrast to the soft shrimp.
• Lettuce: Butter lettuce works best due to its cup shape and tender leaves.

Variations and Enhancements:

1. Spicier Wraps: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha for extra heat.
2. Additional Vegetables: Include julienned zucchini or sliced mushrooms for more variety.
3. Crunch Factor: Top with crushed peanuts or cashews for added texture.
4. Herb Boost: Garnish with fresh cilantro or basil to enhance the flavor.

Healthy Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

5.0 from 1 vote

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Ingredients

• Shrimp Lettuce Wrap Recipe

• 12 oz. shrimp, cut into bite-size pieces

• 1 tsp. sesame oil

• 1 tablespoon canola oil

• 2 green onions, sliced

• 2 garlic cloves minced

• 1 tsp. freshly grated ginger

• ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce

• 1 Tablespoon soy sauce

• ¼ cup fresh shredded carrot

• ¼ cup sliced sweet bell peppers

• 2 Tablespoons water chestnuts, sliced

• 2 Tablespoons celery, diced

• 2 Tablespoons diced onion

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Butter lettuce for cups

• Lettuce Wrap Dipping Sauce Recipe

• 2 Tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

• 1.5 Tablespoons rice vinegar

• 1/2 Tablespoon chili paste

• 1 green onion, thinly sliced

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Directions

• Shrimp Lettuce Wrap Recipe
• In a large sauté pan, heat sesame oil and canola oil over medium high heat.
• Sauté onion, bell peppers, celery, and carrot together until softened and lightly toasted. Add in garlic and ginger. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
• Next add in shrimp, water chestnuts, scallions, soy sauce, and sweet chili sauce. Cook just until the shrimp is cooked through. Taste for seasoning.
• Remove from heat and serve with butter lettuce cups. Enjoy!
• Lettuce Wrap Dipping Sauce Recipe
• Whisk together all ingredients and set aside. Serve with shrimp lettuce wraps.

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