Mediterranean Lettuce Wraps
Makes 4 servings
A combination of a tangy, nutty tahini dressing and roasted cauliflower make up these flavorful, textured Mediterranean Lettuce Wraps. Bake the cauliflower ahead of time for a quick lunch or dinner. A few wedges of warm pita finish off this meal perfectly.
INGREDIENTS
1 large cauliflower, cut into ½-inch florets
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup tahini
¼ cup lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
1 tsp. grated lemon zest
1½ tsp. pure maple syrup
¾ tsp. kosher salt
½ tsp. paprika
½ cup sliced roasted red peppers, drained
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
12 large leaves, Bibb lettuce
¼ cup walnuts
2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the cauliflower florets on a baking sheet and sprinkle with ¼ cup of olive oil. Bake for 20 minutes, until golden brown. Remove and allow to cool completely.
2. In a large bowl, combine the tahini, the remaining ¼ cup of olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, kosher salt and paprika. Add the baked cauliflower florets, peppers and tomatoes. Toss to coat.
3. Divide the mixture among the lettuce leaves, using about ½ cup in each leaf. Garnish with the walnuts and parsley. Serve immediately
NUTRITION • PER ONE SERVING
Calories 260
Total Fat 17g (22%)
Saturated Fat 7g (34%)
Trans Fat 0g
Total Carbohydrate 22g
Dietary Fiber 9g (31%)
Total Sugars 8g (8%)
Includes 0g
Added Sugars (0%)
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 560mg (24%)
Protein 11g
Vitamin D 0mcg (0%)
Calcium 100mg (9%)
Iron 3mg (15%)
Potassium 800mg (17%)
Phosphorus (0%)
This AMAZING Recipe can be found in my Mediterranean Meals on a Budget cookbook here