Rainbow Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Mango Dressing
Rainbow Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Mango Dressing are a vibrant and refreshing meal that’s as colorful as it is delicious. Crisp lettuce leaves are filled with a rainbow of fresh vegetables, including bell peppers, carrots, cucumbers, and purple cabbage, creating a crunchy and nutrient-packed wrap. The wraps are drizzled with a zesty mango dressing, which combines the sweetness of mango with a kick of spice for a unique and flavorful twist. Perfect for a light lunch or appetizer, these wraps offer a delightful mix of textures and flavors in every bite.
Ingredients:
1/3 cup Purple Cabbage (thinly sliced)
1/4 Red Bell Pepper (thinly sliced)
1/4 Carrot (medium, grated)
1/2 stalk Green Onion (thinly sliced)
1/4 Mango (small, chopped)
2 1/4 tsps Water
1 1/2 tsps Apple Cider Vinegar
1/4 Garlic (clove, small, minced)
1/8 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
1/16 tsp Sea Salt
1/4 head Romaine Hearts (large leaves
separated, washed and dried)
1/2 Avocado (diced)
1/2 tsp Sesame Seeds
1 tbsp Cilantro
Directions:
1. In a large mixing bowl combine the cabbage, bell pepper, carrot and green onions. Toss to combine and set aside.
2. Add the mango, water, apple cider vinegar, garlic, red pepper flakes and sea salt to a food processor and blend until smooth.
3. To assemble the lettuce wraps, divide the cabbage mixture between the romaine leaves and garnish with avocado, sesame seeds, cilantro and spicy mango dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes:
Leftovers
Refrigerate veggies, dressing and toppings in separate airtight containers for up to five days.
Assemble lettuce wraps just before serving
Serving Size
One serving is approximately two lettuce wraps. Each lettuce wrap is approximately 2/3 cup veggie filling and 2 tablespoons of dressing.
Additional Toppings
For extra crunch add sliced almonds or pumpkin seeds.
Nutrition: (Amount per serving)
Calories 251
Cholesterol 0mg
Fat 16g
Sodium 105mg
Carbs 28g
Vitamin A 5918IU
Fiber 10g
Vitamin C 100mg
Sugar 16g
Calcium 67mg
Protein 4g
Iron 2mg
