Your lunchtime routine just got an upgrade with these Whole30 Curried Turkey Salad Lettuce Wraps. Not only are they quick and easy to prepare, but they’re packed with protein, bold flavors, and nourishing ingredients.
Start with our homemade Whole30 Mayo recipe or a Whole30-compatible mayo for a creamy base that ties everything together. A splash of lime juice adds a citrusy freshness that really brightens up the dressing. Combine with tender turkey, fresh mango, crisp red onion, and fragrant cilantro for a flavorful turkey salad. The real star of the show is the crunchy, curry-spiced coating for the turkey. Cashews, freshly-grated ginger, and Thai red curry paste come together to create the perfect balance of crunch and bold spice.
Make these Curried Turkey Salad Lettuce Wraps for an easy, satisfying weeknight dinner or pack them for a portable, protein-packed lunch.
Customize your wraps
Prefer something heartier than lettuce? One of the best things about this recipe is its flexibility. You can pair the curried turkey salad with other Whole30-compatible wraps. Here are some customization options:
- Collard Green Wrap: Blanch collard greens for a hearty, earthy wrap alternative that holds up beautifully to the curry-spiced filling.
- Plantain Wrap: Swap in a Whole30-compatible plantain wrap for a sweet and savory twist.
- Make it a bowl: Skip the wraps altogether and serve the turkey salad over a bed of cauliflower rice for a delicious Whole30 bowl.
These Curried Turkey Salad Lettuce Wraps will be a hit no matter how you wrap them! Whether you serve them in crisp lettuce leaves or opt for a heartier alternative, this recipe is endlessly adaptable. Looking for more Whole30 sandwich inspiration? Check out 7 Ways to Make a Whole30 Sandwich for creative sandwich and wrap ideas to keep your Whole30 meals fresh and exciting.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Whole30-compatible mayonnaise (or see notes for homemade mayo)
- juice of ½ lime
- 1½ cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken
- ⅓ cup diced fresh mango or pineapple
- ⅓ cup diced cucumber
- ¼ cup minced red onion
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- ¼ cup coarsely chopped raw cashews
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp Whole30-compatible Thai red curry paste
- salt
- 4-6 romaine or Bibb lettuce leaves
Instructions
- WHISK together the mayonnaise and lime juice in a large bowl. Add the turkey, mango, cucumber, onion, and cilantro; set aside.
- MELT the coconut oil over medium-high heat in a small skillet. Add the cashews and cook, stirring often, until toasted, about 3 minutes. Add the ginger and curry paste and stir to coat the cashews, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Fold the cashews into the turkey mixture. Season the salad with salt to taste.
- SERVE turkey salad on lettuce leaves.
