Mediterranean Lettuce Wraps
These Mediterranean Lettuce Wraps are fresh, light, and packed with bold Mediterranean flavor. Crisp lettuce leaves are filled with juicy seasoned chicken, crunchy vegetables, creamy feta, and a refreshing garlic yogurt sauce for a healthy low-carb meal that’s satisfying and easy to make.
Prep & Cook Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Filling
1 pound ground chicken or turkey
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Wraps
1 head romaine or butter lettuce
1 cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
⅓ cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
½ cup Greek yogurt
Juice of ½ lemon
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Add-Ins
Kalamata olives
Avocado
Hummus
Pickled onions
Chili flakes
How to Make Mediterranean Lettuce Wraps
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add:
ground chicken
garlic
oregano
paprika
salt
pepper
Cook for about 8–10 minutes until fully cooked and lightly golden.
Step 2: Make the Yogurt Sauce
In a bowl, combine:
Greek yogurt
lemon juice
garlic
salt
pepper
Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Prepare the Lettuce
Wash and dry lettuce leaves carefully.
Use large sturdy leaves for wrapping.
Step 4: Assemble the Wraps
Fill lettuce leaves with:
cooked chicken
cucumber
tomatoes
onion
feta cheese
Drizzle with garlic yogurt sauce.
Top with parsley and optional toppings.
Step 5: Serve
Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.
Helpful Tips
Use Crisp Lettuce
Butter lettuce or romaine work best.
Dry the Lettuce Well
Dry leaves hold fillings better.
Don’t Overfill
This keeps wraps easy to eat.
Meal Prep Tip
Store filling and lettuce separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these ahead?
Yes, prep ingredients separately and assemble fresh.
How long does the filling last?
About 4 days refrigerated.
What lettuce works best?
Butter lettuce and romaine are ideal.
Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Absolutely.
Are these low-carb?
Yes, naturally low in carbs.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 290
Protein: 28g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 85mg
Sodium: 430mg