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LETTUCE WRAPS WITH ALMOND BUTTER SAUCE


  • Author: Arianna

Description

This is a perfect warm weather dish! It’s light and refreshing, yet satisfying. You can use whatever protein and veggies you have on hand.


Ingredients

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Sauce

  • 3 tbsp almond butter
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Thai chili sauce (optional)

Wraps

  • 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast or tofu
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cups shredded carrot
  • 1/2 chopped green onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/2 cup minced cilantro
  • Lettuce leaves for wrapping – Bibb or Boston are the best, but you can use any large leaf in a pinch.

Instructions

  • Add sauce ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Combine the chicken or tofu, red pepper, avocado, green onion, carrot, almonds, and cilantro in a large bowl. Pour sauce over and toss gently until well mixed.
  • Serve with lettuce leaves for wrapping.