Sautéed Turkey Lettuce Wraps with Mushroom and Water Chestnuts

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-28 · Updated 2026-07-28

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A flavorful Whole30 turkey stir-fry served in crisp lettuce cups, featuring earthy mushrooms and crunchy water chestnuts for texture. This Asian-inspired Whole30 recipe (low carb, gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ground turkey, fresh mushrooms, water chestnuts for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 pound ground turkey
8 ounces, finely chopped fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup, diced water chestnuts
1 small, finely diced yellow onion
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tablespoon, freshly grated ginger
3 tablespoons coconut aminos
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 leaves, washed and dried romaine lettuce leaves
2, thinly sliced green onions
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (optional) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 small diced yellow onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and onions soften.
Step 2: Add 1 pound ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Step 3: Stir in 8 ounces finely chopped mushrooms and 1/2 cup diced water chestnuts. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture and soften.
Step 4: Pour in 3 tablespoons coconut aminos, sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes if using. Stir well and cook for 2 more minutes until the sauce slightly reduces and coats the mixture.
Step 5: Remove from heat. To serve, spoon the turkey mixture into 12 washed and dried romaine lettuce leaves and garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions for freshness.